Gay couples experience unique aspects of intimacy and commitment due to their gender identity. Their interactions are influenced by a variety of factors, including societal attitudes, familial...
Sexual identity is a term used to describe an individual's sense of self in terms of their gender and/or sexual orientation. It can be fluid, and it can change throughout one's life. Sexual identity...
Relationships for LGBT Military Personnel
As a gay man stationed abroad, I face unique challenges when it comes to romance and relationships. While deployed, I've had to navigate cultural...
Male and female soldiers are often placed in situations that test their limits, both physically and mentally. One aspect of this testing is how they handle different types of stressors related to...
There has been increasing attention given to the issue of gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and queer people serving in the military. While the acceptance of LGBTQ+ individuals has improved...
In today's society, soldiers are often faced with a difficult dilemma: how to balance their personal identities and values with their professional reputations while serving in the military. This can...
The army requires soldiers to adhere to strict codes of conduct that regulate their behavior both inside and outside the barracks. These include rules regarding how they dress, act, speak, and...
Soldiers are often forced to make difficult decisions about how much they reveal about themselves during their service due to concerns about being openly gay. Discrimination and reprisals against...
Many people are familiar with the history of LGBT service members in the military.
Few know how this history has shaped current policies towards them. The Don't Ask, Don't Tell (DADT) era is one...
As an expert in human behavior and psychology, I have observed that the concealment of one's sexual orientation can have profound effects on their ability to be honest, emotionally vulnerable, and...