How does the family system respond to the coming-out process of lesbian members, and what are the long-term psychological effects?
When a member of the family declares that they identify...
How do LGBT youth balance community participation with personal authenticity within religious contexts?
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (LGBT) youth have increasingly...
- Religious Perspectives on Homosexuality
Overview of how different religions view homosexuality and its implications for LGBT individuals
Many religions have specific teachings about sexuality...
LGBTQ individuals face unique challenges when seeking to find acceptance within religious institutions. Many traditional faith communities have historically excluded or ostracized queer individuals,...
Psychological Mechanisms Enabling LGBTQ Believers
What are some psychological mechanisms that allow LGBTQ believers to read their religious texts without guilt or shame? In this article, I will...
Liturgy is the official ritual or ceremony of religious worship. It may be performed by clergy members, laypeople, or both together. Liturgy includes written prayers, hymns, chants, and readings from...
Queer youth face unique mental health challenges due to bullying that need to be addressed.
Unique Mental Health Challenges
Queer youth are more likely to experience depression, anxiety, and...
As an adolescent, navigating the intersection of family life and personal identity can be difficult, but for LGBTQ individuals, this challenge is often heightened due to the societal stigma...
There are several ethical considerations when it comes to whether or not an LGBT person decides to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity. On one hand, there is the potential for...
Internalized Homophobia is a phenomenon that has been studied extensively in psychology, sociology, anthropology, and cultural studies. It refers to a situation where an individual comes to view...