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24 Apr 2001

gay youth have 'mental problems', says thai senator

What do heterosexual Thais think of the other half? This was the subject of discussion at a seminar held last week in Bangkok.

While there is little overt homophobia in Thailand, there is a strong cultural tendency among many Thais to keep negative opinions to oneself. This can create the impression that Thai society is largely free of homophobia, although this seminar proved otherwise.

Speaking out against homosexuality was Senator Montri Sinthawichai, according to the Gay News service. He said that there were three main causes of homosexuality in youth, which, the service reported, he called an "aggravating problem." Some homosexuals are scarred by abusive adults early in life. Others turn to gay and lesbian relationships because their parents forbid heterosexual dating, and they confuse sex with love.

Others, he conceded, just prefer people of the same gender. Still, he said, "I don't think it's right for these children to become like this. These children have mental problems, and they should be given the choice of receiving treatment."

Psychiatrist Udomsilp Srisaengnam pointed out that mental health professionals around the globe do not regard homosexuality as a mental disorder or an illness.

"Homosexuality has long existed in the world and there's no need to be serious about it. What must be discussed is whether a relationship can fit comfortably into society at the moment," he said.

He added that Thai society has little understanding of homosexuality, and until it does the time will not be ripe for a big debate.

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