The Jordan Harbinger Show 815: James Cantor | Exploring the Complexities of Sexual Orientation
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Mar 23, 2023 Dr. James Cantor, a clinical psychologist and sexologist, dives into the complexities of sexual orientation and paraphilias. He discusses the biological and environmental factors influencing sexual identity and the nuanced differences between gay men and women. Cantor addresses sensitive topics such as the treatment of youth with gender dysphoria and the connections between autism and gender identity. He also explores the societal implications of pedophilia, distinguishing between offenders and those who choose celibacy. The conversation encourages an open-minded approach to understanding sexuality.
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The Fraternal Birth Order Effect
- Gay men's sexual orientation may be influenced by the mother's immune response to male fetuses in the womb.
- This immune response seems to interfere with masculinizing proteins, affecting brain development.
Lesbian Sexual Orientation
- There's no fraternal birth order effect for lesbians.
- However, biological evidence suggests lesbians' brains are more masculinized than straight women's, though the cause is unknown.
Transitioning and Mental Health in Children
- Many children undergoing risky, unproven transitioning procedures have underlying mental health concerns.
- These concerns should be addressed in therapy rather than immediately transitioning.