Some men who are attracted to other men, are also attracted to women. For others, these feelings don't start until later in life. There are confidential services you can contact if you feel concerned, such as Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800.įor some men, feelings that they are attracted to people of the same sex emerge when they are quite young and continue into adulthood.
Men who go on to describe themselves as ‘same-sex attracted’ or ‘gay’ have a strong physical and emotional attraction to men that they don’t usually feel for women. This is often a normal part of exploring their sexuality. About gay male sexualityMany men report that they had experiences with people of the same sex when they were young.