Ask a Therapist: What is Compulsory Heterosexuality?

I wished I knew I didn't have to be straight. Growing up, I assumed that I and everyone else around me was straight. Blame it on religious environments, or being sheltered, or maybe even compulsory heterosexuality. Compulsory Heterosexuality (Comphet) is a word everyone needs to know. Our society is structured in a way that expects heterosexuality to be the norm...but what if it isn't? What if we have just made it seem that way by expecting it, and addressing everything else as deviant behavior? Is this where our idea of "that lifestyle" came from? If we are to assume that everyone is heterosexual unless they tell us otherwise, is that why so many people still see being part of the LGBTQIA+ community as a choice one makes?
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Kelly is a LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) in the USA making YouTube videos to inform, entertain, and empower viewers. Watching these videos does not constitute a therapeutic relationship or therapy. Should you wish to find a therapist, or more information, check out the links below!

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