The Characteristics of Homosexual Who Disclose Themselves to Family

Abstract

The objective of this research aims to study the characteristics of female and male homosexuals who disclose themselves to their families. This research was conducted by using the qualitative research form and gathered information by thoroughly interviewing specified sample groups, then using the snowball method to select 30 female and male aged 20-39 years.  The study revealed that family is one factor of self-disclosure of homosexuals. Their behavior is based on how one has been raised, and homosexuals are bound to express themselves according to how they were brought up. Their behavior also depends on the environment around them. Homosexuals express themselves according to the environment and experience they have been through.