Cultural and societal factors can play a role in shaping an individual's understanding of their sexual orientation or identity.

Societal norms, religious beliefs, family expectations, and cultural attitudes can influence how people perceive and express their sexuality. However, it's important to note that sexual orientation and identity are complex and multi-faceted aspects of a person's identity, often believed to have biological, genetic, and hormonal components as well. While cultural and societal factors can influence how someone navigates their identity, they don't determine it outright.