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Questioning sexuality
Bisexual or bicurious?
Originally Published: April 25, 1997 ~ Last Updated / Reviewed on: July 27, 2001
 

Dear Alice,

I think that I'm bisexual. I've never thought of myself feeling this way, but I do. My new friend has admitted to being bisexual although she knows that I've never been. Lately I've felt somewhat attracted to her. I've even had dreams about her, but I still find guys attractive. Would you consider me bisexual or bicurious?

 

Dear Reader,

Alice considers you mature and lucky because you are aware of many of your sexual feelings and are presumably open to finding out more about them. How you think of yourself is up to you, and this self-identification may change as you learn more about yourself through future experiences. Should I explore my sexuality?, Feeling guilty about gay thoughts, and How do I know if I'm gay? (all in Alice's Relationships and Sexuality archives) might also help you with your question. If you would like to talk with someone about what you're feeling, contact the Gay and Lesbian National Hotline, a nationwide toll-free peer counseling, information, and referral line, at 1.888.GLNH (843.4564) [4:00 PM - 12:00 midnight EST (M - F); 12 noon - 5:00 PM EST (Sa)].

 

Alice

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