Men and women have different takes on sexuality as a general rule. A study has shown that women are three times more likely to identify as bisexual as men. While bisexuality has been shown to be on the rise in both men and women, women seem to be bisexual more than men in the recent study at the University of Notre Dame. There are many reasons why this is true.

First off, it is more acceptable by society as a whole for a woman to have same sex attraction. While same sex attraction and relationships are still taboo for certain segments of the population, acceptance is considered the norm for the majority of many cultures.

Bisexuality seems to be a safer space than being lesbian for women. The conservative view of sexuality seems more open to a woman who might be attracted to other women, but also to men. It seems less "hostile" somehow, and so is generally more accepted. This also can be attributed to the fact that lesbians are more accepted and in fact fetishized than gay men in our society. As time marches on, these stigmas are fading with each younger generation that comes through. Perhaps we will see a day where there is little to no taboo to same sex relationships.

Women also have been shown to have a greater chance to be physically aroused by other women then men by other men. Women seem to be more fluid sexually than their male counterparts. They have shown in studies to have equal genital arousal to seeing sexual stimuli involving men and women. This makes it easier for women to be attracted to both men and women.

Empathy also more than likely plays a part in women being aroused by other women. This can also mean women can feel and react to the sexual arousal of another woman more easily. Women can find an emotional and mental connection easier with other women in many cases. This makes a sexual connection more likely. Women who are bisexual tend to have a more casual and open attitude about sex in general, and so are more apt to be receptive to same sex attraction.

Bisexuality is sometimes considered a phase between being straight and being lesbian or gay. This is not true. Bisexuality is a legitimate sexual orientation and most of the bisexual population is "out of the closet". Although there are some people who simply experiment with same sex attraction, the majority of people who identify as bisexual are secure in their sexuality. Some people do go through a time of identification as bisexual before coming out as lesbian or gay, but this does not negate the experience of those who are bisexual in their sexual orientation.

Bisexuality is complex and often misunderstood. In our heteronormative society, it can be hard for women to explore their sexuality in a bisexual space. Times are changing for the better and women in our times are more free to explore their sexuality.

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