James Dobson

In the following viewpoint James Dobson argues that homosexuality is a mental health disorder that can be treated. Parents must be aware of a condition called “pre-homosexuality,” he contends, in which children exhibit preferences for clothes, games, and mannerisms that are typically associated with the opposite sex. In addition, inadequate parenting, particularly by the father, can induce homosexual urges in a child, according to Dobson. He maintains that parents should seek therapy early if they perceive signs of pre-homosexuality in their child. Dobson is the founder and president of Focus on the Family, a media and educational organization dedicated to the preservation of the traditional family.

As you read, consider the following questions:

1. Why do pre-homosexual children from Christian homes experience additional pain, according to Dobson?
2. In the author’s opinion, why would...