The document summarizes a study on the effects of gender socialization on homosexual males and females. It hypothesizes that gay men will have a more difficult time disclosing their sexual preference due to gender socialization. The study found that on average, gay males disclosed their sexuality 1.95 years later than lesbian females. Males also experienced more incidents of discrimination and violence fueled by their sexual preference. While the study was limited, it indicates that gender norms influence how and when LGBT individuals disclose their sexuality, with males generally facing more challenges.