Understanding the experiences of filipina bisexuals: A qualitative study
Date of Publication
2008
Document Type
Bachelor's Thesis
Degree Name
Bachelor of Arts Major in Psychology
Subject Categories
Psychology
College
College of Liberal Arts
Department/Unit
Psychology
Defense Panel Member
Ron R. Resurreccion
Abstract/Summary
Most studies on sexual identity are focused on lesbians, gays, bisexuals and transgender (LGBT) as a whole. This study, however, focuses on female bisexuals in the Philippines alone by establishing a deeper understanding on the lived experiences of Filipina bisexuals through the assessment of its development, relationships and issues about bisexuality. A qualitative research method was used, particularly semi-structured interviews with 14 self-identified female bisexuals ranging from 18 to 42 years old. Results show that bisexuals go through several stages of development such as 1) Inclination, 2) Denial, 3) Confusion, 4) Acceptance, 5) Liberation and 6) Perceived as a phase. It also shows how the bisexuals and their significant others deal with their relationships through 3 sub-categories. 1) Family: Fear, Opposition and Approval 2) Friends : Peer acceptance, Reluctance and behavioral changes 3) Romantic: Attraction, Openness, Compensating, Unsatisfied, Affection, and Insecurity. Lastly, it identified the attitude and behavioral that other people have toward them namely 1) Discrimination and 2) Tolerance.
Abstract Format
html
Language
English
Format
Accession Number
TU13388
Shelf Location
Archives, The Learning Commons, 12F, Henry Sy Sr. Hall
Physical Description
147 leaves 29 cm.
Keywords
Bisexuals; Gender identity; Gender nonconformity
Recommended Citation
Gatdula, C. A., Kit, J. K., & Wycoco, K. V. (2008). Understanding the experiences of filipina bisexuals: A qualitative study. Retrieved from https://animorepository.dlsu.edu.ph/etd_bachelors/11172