It's been a little over two weeks since Dr. Lisa Diamond's book Sexual Fluidity came out, and the response has been overwhelming. The book has already generated a great deal of discussion and debate, both within the LGBT community and beyond.
There are those who argue that Diamond's work challenges traditional ideas about sexuality, and who see this as a good thing. They argue that her research shows that sexuality is far more fluid than we have traditionally thought, and that this new understanding will lead to greater acceptance of people who don't fit neatly into straight or gay categories.
Others are less optimistic, arguing that Diamond's work will simply serve to reinforce existing stereotypes about bisexuality and other non-monosexual orientations. They worry that people will use her findings to argue that bisexuality doesn't really exist, or that it's just a phase people go through on their way to true homosexuality.
Personally, I think it's too early to say how exactly our understanding of sexuality will be changed by Sexual Fluidity. But I do think it is an important book that offers valuable insight into the complex nature of human sexuality. Regardless of whether you agree with all of Diamond's conclusions, her work is sure to spark some much-needed dialogue about these important issues.