Queer theology is an approach to Christian faith that places queerness at its center, seeking to understand and celebrate how queer identities can be expressed within the context of Christian belief...
The term "internalized homophobia" refers to negative attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors that members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community may have toward themselves because...
Emotional intimacy is a powerful tool for resisting social marginalization in several ways. Firstly, it helps individuals who are marginalized by society feel seen and heard, which can provide a...
The article explores how psychological processes can be impacted when individuals who identify as both spiritually oriented and queer come to terms with their identities within various religions....
Can divine compassion emerge from human empathy extended to the margins? This question has been debated for centuries among scholars and philosophers alike. On one hand, some argue that empathy is a...
The question of how bisexual people negotiate the contrast between their individual authenticity and societal assumptions regarding steady sexual orientation has been a subject of great interest to...
How does social comparison within LGBTQ communities affect self-esteem, belonging, and identity development?
Social comparison is a common phenomenon among individuals who identify as part of the...
How Religious Believers Reinterpret Sacred Texts To Validate LGBT Identities
Why Reinterpretation is Necessary
The vast majority of religions around the world have strict rules against...
When it comes to participating in religious, cultural, and social gatherings that reinforce traditional gender roles and norms, many members of the LGBTQ community find themselves in a difficult...
As an adolescent, one's sense of self is constantly changing due to various factors such as social interaction, environment, and personal experiences.
For those who identify as LGBTQIA+, this...