Exposure to Affirming Cultural Symbols Can Reshape Internalized Self-Rejection
Cultural symbolism is a powerful tool for shaping identity and influencing behavior. It can be seen everywhere, from...
LGBTQ+ Muslims have struggled with reconciling their religious beliefs and personal identity for decades, leading them to create various strategies that allow them to maintain both their faith and...
Reconciling Cultural Norms With Evolving Personal And Ethical Values
What are cultural norms and how do they affect family life?
Cultural norms refer to societal expectations that guide how...
Lesbian networks are an integral part of many women's lives, providing them with emotional support and solidarity, as well as opportunities for ethical care. These networks exist in various forms and...
How might lesbian intimacy provide a phenomenological account of mutual vulnerability and relational ethics?
Phenomenology is the study of how humans experience their world through direct, lived...
There is no doubt that religious belief can be both a source of strength and support for individuals from all walks of life, including those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,...
The topic of long-term concealment of one's sexual orientation within devout religious environments has become increasingly important in recent years, especially due to the growing prevalence of...
LGBT individuals experience unique challenges within their faith communities that are often unaddressed or ignored. Religious communities provide social support through community services, spiritual...
How does relational honesty facilitate the co-construction of trust and ethical agency within intimate partnerships?
Relational honesty is an essential component of building and maintaining...
The LGBT community in Europe has made tremendous progress in recent years, with many countries recognizing same-sex marriage and adopting laws to protect their members from discrimination.
There...