A person's gender identity is an integral part of their sense of self that encompasses many aspects of life beyond sexual attraction. It shapes how individuals perceive themselves and interact with...
The term "queer" is used to describe people who identify themselves outside of the traditional gender binary. This includes those who are transgender, nonbinary, agender, or simply do not conform to...
How do experiences of passing—whether desired or undesired—impact self-esteem, authenticity, and safety in daily life?
Passing is when an individual assumes or presents themselves as something...
Bisexuality is a term used to describe an individual's attraction to more than one gender. It can be defined as being attracted to males and females, both genders equally, or having no preference for...
Communal Moral Narratives and Religious Rituals Mediating Experiences of Inclusion and Exclusion for LGBT Individuals
Communal moral narratives are stories that communities tell themselves about...
The term "queer" refers to people who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or intersex (LGBTI), among others. Social stigma can lead to negative consequences for these...
Sin is an abstract concept often associated with immoral behavior that has religious connotations. It implies that certain actions are morally wrong and should be avoided because they violate divine...
What is passing?
Passing refers to the ability of an individual to present themselves as belonging to a different gender identity than what they actually are in order to gain access to privileges...
Lesbian self-awareness is shaped through various factors, including socialization, gender identity, and family dynamics.
One crucial factor that has received less attention in research is the role...
The intersection of religious authority and modern communication technology has had a significant impact on how people perceive and interact with members of the LGBT community. In many traditional...