Internalized stigma is a term used to describe when an individual believes negative societal attitudes towards a particular group or trait that they identify with.
If someone identifies as LGBTQ+,...
How do policies on sexual orientation and gender identity shape the relational landscape in military units?
The United States Armed Forces has been an important component of American society for...
There has been an increasing focus on understanding how experiences of discrimination can impact relational security and coping strategies among members of the LGBTQ community. This is particularly...
1. Introduction to the topic
The experience of being apart from your partner is challenging for most couples, but it can be especially difficult for those who identify as LGBT due to potential...
Impacts of Hidden Sexual Orientation in Military Contexts
Many people have experienced difficulty finding acceptance within their social groups for their unique sexual orientations, especially...
Leadership behaviors that foster trust, inclusion, and relational security in LGBT-inclusive operational units are those which create an environment where every team member feels valued, heard, and...
Many countries' militaries have strict policies regarding gender roles, masculinity, and sexual orientation. This can make it difficult for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer soldiers to...
Research has shown that lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) service members face unique challenges when it comes to managing their identities while serving in the military. These...
How do LGBT service members navigate disclosure decisions across different military cultures and units?
In the United States Armed Forces, service members who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual,...
How do partners maintain relational equity and fairness when facing unequal exposure to risk or hierarchical pressures?
Relational equity is an essential aspect of healthy relationship dynamics....