Think you might be gay?

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Find out what being gay, or same-sex attracted, means. Learn more about why some people are gay. Yes, absolutely. Lots of people identify themselves as same-sex attracted — in fact, about one in ten.

Some even remember having crushes on friends of their own sex when they were little. Often it takes a while to begin thinking of yourself as gay, lesbian or bisexual, or another sexual identity.

Sexual Orientation

Your closest relationship might be your best friend. Some people prefer not to label themselves, and for many people their sexual preference and identification changes over time. Watch this video made by QLife Australia and hear other people talk about their experiences of being attracted to the same sex and of coming out.

This can help if: It can take up to three months after being infected to detect the virus, so you may need to have another test to be sure. There are various places you can get tested, including your GP surgery or a sexual health clinic.

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If you're a gay man and you've had unprotected sex, it's important that you have a test. If your test is positive, you'll be referred to an HIV clinic.

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