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This paper identifies the term “homophobia” as inaccurate: “Homophobia” is not a phobia. The confusion may result in part from literary uses of “phobia,” which include both anxiety and anger conditions. Clinical observations of clients displaying “homophobia” are discussed. Alternative language is recommended as more accurate and more likely to result in appropriate treatment.
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