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Can you tell if someone is attracted to the same gender by the way they look or act? Generally, you cannot tell whether someone is attracted to the same sex or the opposite sex by the way they look or act. If a girl likes playing sports, or if a guy doesn't like sports, that doesn't mean they're gay. A guy who lisps or who acts in seemingly feminine ways may or may not be attracted to the same gender -- you can't tell by looking at his mannerisms. Stereotypes aren't helpful. Occasionally, you can tell that someone is gay, if that person wants it known. For example, some lgbtq people wear articles of clothing, symbols or accessories to indicate that they're gay. Treat every person respectfully and as an individual. Just because someone you know acts a certain way and also identifies as gay doesn't mean that another person who acts in the same way will also identify as gay. All people have the right to decide if, when, and who to tell about things that are important to them. Don't jump to conclusions: Listen carefully to what your friend says and pay attention to what he or she does. Base your conclusions on that, not on rumours or stories you've heard about your friend. If there is missing information or something you're curious about, ask your friend politely but directly, even if it is a personal topic such as their sexual feeling for you or for another person. Your friend can always choose not to answer, but hopefully you will get at least some kind of response that will give you a more accurate picture of what your friend is thinking and feeling, rather than just "filling in the blanks" yourself. |
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