The Supreme Court's landmark decision in Obergefell v. Hodges, which established the constitutional right to same-sex marriage across all states, is widely considered one of the most significant...
Reconciliation between one's own values, attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors with those that society has imposed upon them is often a difficult task for individuals from minority communities. When it...
Psychological mechanisms that enable LGBT believers to sustain faith amidst doctrinal exclusion include:
* Denial and repression: Believers may refuse to acknowledge their LGBT identity or sexual...
Sustaining Spiritual Life Among LGBTQ Individuals Facing Religious Condemnation
Hope is often seen as a powerful force that can help people overcome difficult circumstances and maintain resilience...
The psychological development and identity formation of LGBTQ+ students are deeply affected by the educational environment they encounter. This article will discuss how their experiences in school...
LGBTQ+ people often face social stigma and discrimination based on their gender identities and sexual orientations. They may experience rejection, isolation, exclusion, and marginalization from...
Stigma is often defined as an undesirable attribute that disrupts someone's identity and status within society. It can be perceived as shameful, embarrassing, or detrimental to one's self-esteem....
Eros and care are two central aspects of human experience that have been explored extensively in both philosophy and literature. Eros is often associated with passionate love, desire, and romance,...
Compared to heterosexual people, members of the LGBTQ community face unique challenges when it comes to religion. For one thing, they are often marginalized from their faith communities due to...
When people identify as both LGBTQ and religious, they may face unique challenges that can impact their mental health and interpersonal relationships. These challenges include feelings of isolation,...