ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Homosexual panic

Homosexual panic is when someone feels very uncomfortable or scared because of a person's sexual orientation or gender identity. It's like when you're scared of a spider or a big dog, but instead of being scared of something you can see, you're scared of something you can't see - how someone feels inside.

Some people might feel this way because they don't understand why someone would like someone of the same gender or because they think it's weird or wrong. But it's important to remember that everyone is different and likes different things, and that's okay.

It's not okay to be mean or hurtful to someone just because of their sexual orientation or gender identity. In fact, it's against the law to hurt someone or discriminate against them for those reasons. We should be kind and understanding to everyone, no matter who they are, because everyone deserves to be treated with respect and love.
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