Rahim,an Asian citizen,is a gay man who forms an idea on his own that same-sex attraction is a perversion,and therefore,decides not to "come out." When he comes of marriageable age,he decides to marry a woman in spite of his orientation.Which of the following attitudes is expressed by Rahim?

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Rahim's decision not to "come out" and marry a woman despite his homosexual orientation suggests that he has internalized a negative attitude towards homosexuality, also known as internalized homophobia. This can stem from societal pressures and stigmatization towards the LGBTQ+ community, leading individuals to feel ashamed of their sexual orientation and hide it or even try to change it.

Rahim,an Asian Citizen,is a Gay Man Who Forms an Idea