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Heteronormativity

... is the assumption that heterosexuality is the default, preferred, 'normal' state for human beings because of the belief that people fall into one or other category of a strict gender binary . Thus it involves the further assumption that someone's biological sex, sexuality, gender identity, and gender roles are aligned. Such assumptions marginalize lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. 
(Harris J, White V (2018). A Dictionary of Social Work and Social Care. Oxford University Press. p. 335, 08.05.2020)

The following links give an overview on the topic of heteronormativity.

Counseling and contact points at the UoC

Information on dimensions of discrimination