Queer individuals often face challenges in finding ways to connect with spirituality while navigating non-affirming or hostile religious settings. In these environments, they may feel excluded,...
The research explores how the exposure to affirming religious communities impacts the mental health and social resilience of queer youth. Affirming religious communities are those that accept LGBTQ+...
The relationship between religion and sexual orientation has been an issue for many people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning. Many individuals in these...
Queer believers are individuals who identify themselves as LGBTQ+ and also believe in some form of religion. This often leads to an internal struggle between their personal desires and religious...
Queer believers refer to themselves as members of the LGBTQ+ community who identify as Christian, Jewish, Muslim, Buddhist, Hindu, etc., but their understanding of their religious beliefs may differ...
The ability to adapt to changing circumstances is essential for survival. Individuals who identify as LGBTQ+ often face discrimination and marginalization due to their sexual orientation and gender...
Participation in affirming communities is a valuable resource for individuals seeking to improve their mental health. These communities provide an environment where people can come together and...
There has been an increasing awareness that many people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and/or asexual (LGBTQIA+) also have a strong religious identity. This can...