Biology, Genetics, & Neuroplasticity
Focuses on genetic, biological, and neuroplastic evidence related to sexuality, critiquing “hardwired” narratives while noting exploratory therapy possibilities.
Collins, F. S. (2007, Spring). Homosexuality is not hardwired, concludes Francis S. Collins, head of the Human Genome Project. NARTH Journal, 15(1), 3. https://archive.iftcc.org/homosexuality-is-not-hardwired-concludes-francis-s-collins-head-of-the-human-genome-project-15-1-spring-2007-1pp-3/
Summary: Explains no “gay gene” exists; orientation arises from complex gene-environment interactions.
Common misrepresentation: Dismissed as outdated ignoring newer genetic studies.
What it actually shows: Genetic complexity opens possibilities for exploring fluidity via therapy or environment, though no deterministic proof of change.
Genetics
Ganna, A., et al. (2019). Large-scale GWAS reveals insights into the genetic architecture of same-sex sexual behavior. Science, 365(6456), eaat7693.
Summary: Finds that genetics account for only a small fraction of variance in same-sex sexual behavior.
Common misrepresentation: Reported as discovering biological determination.
What it actually shows: No predictive or deterministic genetic model exists.
Nature Editorial Staff. (2019). No “gay gene”: Study looks at genetic basis of sexuality. Nature. Summary: Explains why genetic findings undermine simple biological narratives.
Common misrepresentation: Overshadowed by headlines implying biological fixity.
What it actually shows: Sexuality emerges from complex, non-deterministic factors.
Neuroplasticity
Whitehead, N. E. (n.d.). Brain plasticity backs up orientation change. MyGenes. https://mygenes.co.nz/plasticity.html[mygenes.co]
Summary: Applies established neuroscience principles to attraction and behavior change.
Common misrepresentation: Claimed to promise guaranteed change.
What it actually shows: Theoretical plausibility, not universal outcomes.
Doidge, N. (2010). The brain that changes itself. Penguin.
Summary: Demonstrates how the brain adapts in response to experience.
Common misrepresentation: Ignored in sexuality discussions.
What it actually shows: Fixed-trait assumptions conflict with established neuroscience.
Below are draft entries that match the format and tone of your existing pages (citation line, then 1‑sentence Summary / Common misrepresentation / What it actually shows).
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