Sexual orientation is one of the most discussed topics today. Sexual orientation or sexual preference is a term that refers to the gender to which a person is attracted. There are many types of sexual orientation and three are commonly described. The three main types include heterosexual, homosexual, and bisexual. Heterosexuals, also called straight people, are what most people identify with. This type describes people who are romantically and physically attracted to members of the opposite sex. Homosexuals are classified as another type of sexual orientation. This type refers to people who are physically and romantically attracted to members of the same sex. Whether the person is male or female, they are often referred to as gay. Some people may refer to gay women as lesbians. It is estimated that about 10% of all people are gay. The last type of sexual orientation commonly described is bisexual. Bisexuals are attracted to both genders. Teens are often confused or unsure about their sexual orientation. To avoid the pain and embarrassment of discovering your sexual orientation, teens and parents should discuss the decision and future of this choice. The development of a person's sexual orientation is still being studied. What scientists know is that most people identify their gender by age 2. There is a self-awareness of being anatomically correct. All people except transvestites have this awareness. Even if the opposite is assumed, homosexuals consider themselves gender correct. They are simply attracted to the same sex. Adolescence is the dawn of sexual attraction. According to the book The Teen Body Book, “This happens because of the hormonal changes of puberty” (McCoy). These changes involve both the body......middle of paper......those who have come out feel happier and feel less stressed than those who are still in the closet. Parents of gay teenagers have feelings too. Some parents may have empathy for what their children may be facing; others may be upset, disappointed, or unable to accept their child's sexual orientation. But many parents apologize at the end of these events. They only wanted the best for their child. To prevent the possibility of a negative outcome, parents and gay teens should discuss what sexual orientation is, the teen's sexual orientation, and the teen's future. Works Cited D'Arcy, Lyness PhD. Kidshealth.org. Two. The Nemours Foundation, May 2013. Website. February, 25, 2014. McCoy, Kathy. The book of the adolescent body. New York: The Berkley Publishing Company, 1999.Print.None. "Coming Stories" .Out.com. 04 April 2013 .Internet.