Theories of Sexual Orientation

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Which theory posits that sexual orientation is determined by biological factors, such as genetics and hormones?

  1. Biological Theory

  2. Social Learning Theory

  3. Cognitive-Behavioral Theory

  4. Psychodynamic Theory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The biological theory suggests that sexual orientation is influenced by biological factors, including genetics, hormones, and brain structure.

According to the social learning theory, sexual orientation is shaped by:

  1. Observational learning and imitation

  2. Reinforcement and punishment

  3. Cognitive processes and beliefs

  4. Unconscious conflicts and desires


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The social learning theory proposes that individuals learn sexual orientation through observing and imitating others, as well as through reinforcement and punishment.

Which theory emphasizes the role of cognitive processes and beliefs in the development of sexual orientation?

  1. Cognitive-Behavioral Theory

  2. Biological Theory

  3. Social Learning Theory

  4. Psychodynamic Theory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The cognitive-behavioral theory suggests that sexual orientation is influenced by an individual's thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes towards sexuality.

The psychodynamic theory of sexual orientation proposes that:

  1. Sexual orientation is determined by unconscious conflicts and desires.

  2. Sexual orientation is shaped by social learning and imitation.

  3. Sexual orientation is influenced by biological factors.

  4. Sexual orientation is a result of cognitive processes and beliefs.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The psychodynamic theory suggests that sexual orientation is rooted in unconscious conflicts and desires that arise during childhood development.

Which theory suggests that sexual orientation is a result of a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors?

  1. Biological Theory

  2. Social Learning Theory

  3. Cognitive-Behavioral Theory

  4. Interactionist Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The interactionist theory proposes that sexual orientation is influenced by a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors.

According to the biological theory, what is the primary factor that determines sexual orientation?

  1. Genetics

  2. Hormones

  3. Brain structure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The biological theory suggests that sexual orientation is influenced by a combination of genetic, hormonal, and brain structure factors.

In the social learning theory, what is the primary mechanism through which sexual orientation is shaped?

  1. Observational learning and imitation

  2. Reinforcement and punishment

  3. Cognitive processes and beliefs

  4. Unconscious conflicts and desires


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The social learning theory emphasizes the role of observational learning and imitation in shaping sexual orientation.

Which theory posits that sexual orientation is influenced by an individual's thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes towards sexuality?

  1. Cognitive-Behavioral Theory

  2. Biological Theory

  3. Social Learning Theory

  4. Psychodynamic Theory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The cognitive-behavioral theory suggests that sexual orientation is shaped by an individual's cognitive processes and beliefs.

According to the psychodynamic theory, what is the primary factor that determines sexual orientation?

  1. Unconscious conflicts and desires

  2. Social learning and imitation

  3. Biological factors

  4. Cognitive processes and beliefs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The psychodynamic theory suggests that sexual orientation is rooted in unconscious conflicts and desires that arise during childhood development.

Which theory proposes that sexual orientation is a result of a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors?

  1. Biological Theory

  2. Social Learning Theory

  3. Cognitive-Behavioral Theory

  4. Interactionist Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The interactionist theory suggests that sexual orientation is influenced by a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors.

According to the biological theory, what is the primary factor that determines sexual orientation?

  1. Genetics

  2. Hormones

  3. Brain structure

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The biological theory suggests that sexual orientation is influenced by a combination of genetic, hormonal, and brain structure factors.

In the social learning theory, what is the primary mechanism through which sexual orientation is shaped?

  1. Observational learning and imitation

  2. Reinforcement and punishment

  3. Cognitive processes and beliefs

  4. Unconscious conflicts and desires


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The social learning theory emphasizes the role of observational learning and imitation in shaping sexual orientation.

Which theory posits that sexual orientation is influenced by an individual's thoughts, beliefs, and attitudes towards sexuality?

  1. Cognitive-Behavioral Theory

  2. Biological Theory

  3. Social Learning Theory

  4. Psychodynamic Theory


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The cognitive-behavioral theory suggests that sexual orientation is shaped by an individual's cognitive processes and beliefs.

According to the psychodynamic theory, what is the primary factor that determines sexual orientation?

  1. Unconscious conflicts and desires

  2. Social learning and imitation

  3. Biological factors

  4. Cognitive processes and beliefs


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The psychodynamic theory suggests that sexual orientation is rooted in unconscious conflicts and desires that arise during childhood development.

Which theory proposes that sexual orientation is a result of a complex interplay of biological, psychological, and social factors?

  1. Biological Theory

  2. Social Learning Theory

  3. Cognitive-Behavioral Theory

  4. Interactionist Theory


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The interactionist theory suggests that sexual orientation is influenced by a combination of biological, psychological, and social factors.

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