The most common cause of stress for same-sex partners is the imbalance of power within the relationship. In heterosexual couples, there is usually an imbalance where one partner holds more power than...
There has been growing awareness of the issues faced by members of the LGBTQ+ community who serve in the military. Despite progressive laws being enacted to protect their rights, societal attitudes...
Social Support
Social support refers to the help and assistance people receive from their family, friends, peers, and communities during difficult times. It can be emotional, practical, or both...
The need for close personal relationships is universal among people. Many individuals rely on their romantic partnerships to feel safe and secure within themselves, while others look forward to these...
LGBT people in the military face unique challenges when it comes to emotional losses such as the death of a partner or family member. In traditional heterosexual relationships, there is often an...
How do LGBT soldiers maintain sexual satisfaction and self-acceptance in restrictive environments?
Sexual attraction and desire are innate to all human beings, regardless of gender identity or...
As LGBT individuals, service members often find themselves in conflicting situations regarding their identity, relationships, and institutional expectations. This is especially true when it comes to...
Relationships between LGBT personnel and their unit's operations
In many countries around the world, members of the LGBT community face discrimination in various aspects of life, including the...
Leadership Fairness and Relationships Among LGBT Service Members
The US military has made significant progress toward inclusivity in recent years but there are still many barriers for lesbian,...
Research has shown that experiencing significant stressors such as traumatic events can lead to negative psychological outcomes including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety,...