title: A critique of Bem's "exotic becomes erotic" theory of sexual orientation development.
abstract: A critique of Bem's "Exotic Becomes Erotic" theory (1996) on the development of male homosexuality was offered. Limitations were outlined in light of relevant research findings. The authors proposed an alternative model to explain male homosexuality, i.e., reparation of early boyhood trauma, which better accounts for significant psychodynamic elements and available research. Finally, comparisons were made between specific elements of the two models.
authors.affiliation: Thomas Aquinas Psychological Clinic, Encino, CA, USA.
authors.forename: Joseph
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Nicolosi
authors.forename: A Dean
authors.initials: AD
authors.lastname: Byrd
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D004882:Erotica; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009034:Mother-Child Relations; D011582:Psychological Theory; D011606:Psychosexual Development; D012725:Sexual Behavior