Is homosexuality a cause of suicide or is it the act of homophobia?

Homosexuality is not a cause of suicide. No one would kill themselves over being gay, unless society made them think that it was a negative thing through homophobic and heterosexist actions and messages. Anti-gay bullying in schools makes many young people believe that suicide is the only way to escape, and in some cases makes them believe that there is actually something wrong with them because they are gay (which is when homophobia and heterosexism have become internalized), because otherwise why would they be being bullied. The continued silence that surrounds homosexuality may also drive some people to suicide because they can not talk about themselves, and feel completely isolated and alone. These are just a few examples of how homophobia and heterosexism drive people to suicide. But, it is homophobia and heterosexism that drive people to suicide, not the mere fact of being gay.