The term “psychological effects” refers to the mental and emotional impact of an event or experience on an individual's cognitive, behavioral, and emotional functioning. In this context, it refers to...
There has been growing attention to the mental health impact of discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer/questioning, nonbinary, agender, aromantic, pansexual,...
LGBTQ individuals often experience societal stigma that can have significant effects on their self-perception. This stigma is defined as negative attitudes towards homosexuality and transgender...
Fear of Family Rejection and Its Influence on Sexual Orientation Disclosure
The decision to disclose one's sexual orientation can be a difficult one for many individuals, particularly those who...
Peer Support for Social Exclusion
Social exclusion refers to being left out intentionally from activities or groups, which can have severe consequences for mental health. Research suggests that...
LGBTQ individuals who are exposed to religious condemnation may experience moralized guilt, shame, and anxiety due to societal pressure, personal belief systems, and internalized homophobia. This can...
The topic of lifelong concealment of sexual orientation in religious contexts has become an increasingly important issue in recent years. It can have significant psychological consequences that...
In the past, most religions have held strong views against same-sex relationships, which has created an internal conflict for people who identify themselves as both religious and LGBTQ+. This article...
What insights emerge from exploring the dialectic of private fulfillment and societal expectation?
Private fulfillment is the individual's sense of personal satisfaction derived from pursuing...
Bisexuality is a complex and often misunderstood phenomenon that involves attraction to both men and women. It can be seen as a paradoxical expression of one's sexuality, where individuals navigate...