Impact of Religious Leaders on Identity Development
Religion plays a crucial role in shaping an individual's sense of identity, especially during their formative years when they are still...
Queer theology challenges normative moral, gender, and sexual ethical frameworks in religious contexts by questioning traditional understandings of sex, gender, and sexuality that have been accepted...
How do sacred spaces mediate both affirmation and marginalization for LGBTQ adherents?
Sacred spaces are those places which provide a sense of safety, belonging, and support to their members....
Many young people who identify as LGBTQ may have a difficult time finding acceptance within their religious communities due to negative beliefs about homosexuality or gender nonconformity.
Some...
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...
People who experience affirmation, inclusion, or exclusion can have significant effects on their long-term psychological well-being and social functioning. Affirmation refers to positive recognition...
What are the consequences of theological silence on LGBT issues for the faith development of young believers?
Theological silence on LGBT issues can have significant effects on the spiritual...
Love is an essential part of life that has been described by various philosophers throughout history. Love can be both a powerful emotion and an intricate phenomenon. In contemporary philosophy,...
Queer Phenomenology is an interdisciplinary field of study that explores how people experience the world through their own bodies and identities. It takes into account the lived experiences of...
Adolescence is a critical stage in which individuals begin to explore and develop their sense of identity, including their sexual orientation. Research suggests that there are several factors that...