New survey reveals that nearly half of Gen Z, aged 18 to 24, now identify as “not fully straight,” highlighting a significant shift in sexual orientation among younger generations. Commissioned by Durex, the Global Sex Survey interviewed 29,000 adults across 36 countries, finding that 44% of young participants embraced a sexual orientation beyond heterosexual. This surge in non-heterosexual identification aligns with a broader trend of increasing acceptance, with support for same-sex relationships rising 34% since 2006. Despite this progress, disparities remain across countries. While 69% of respondents in the Netherlands and Spain support same-sex relationships, the percentage is only 66% in the UK. Earlier this year, a survey by the Public Religion Research Institute revealed that Gen Z is more likely to identify as queer than as Republican. Specifically, 28% of Gen Z identify as LGBTQ, compared to just 21% who identify as Republican. Gallup data shows that in the U.S., bisexuality is the most common LGBTQ identity. However, the increased visibility of queer individuals has also led to heightened discrimination. According to YouGov, nearly half of LGBTQ youth aged 16 to 24 have faced bullying related to their sexual orientation or gender identity, underscoring the challenges that persist despite growing acceptance.
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