Sexual vulnerability is an essential component of human existence that involves exposing oneself to potential harm or exploitation in pursuit of pleasure, love, or connection. Throughout history,...
Intimacy after Witnessing Destruction
Soldiers can experience an intense bond with their fellow comrades while serving in combat zones, and they may share emotional closeness through sharing...
Can the act of creating beauty out of suffering be an assertion of life's worth? Suffering is an integral part of human existence. It comes in various forms - physical pain, mental anguish, emotional...
The purpose of this article is to examine the importance of creative self-expression in art, literature, and performance for people struggling with internalized homophobia and related social stigmas....
The effects of trauma are often devastating for individuals who have experienced it. Traumatic experiences can leave deep scars that impact an individual's physical, mental, and emotional...
Discrimination is an experience that many individuals have faced throughout history, whether it be due to their race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic. When...
Can art, literature, or performance function as therapeutic interventions for trauma healing in queer communities? Traumatic experiences can have lasting effects on an individual's mental health and...
Creativity is an essential aspect of human existence that allows individuals to express themselves in various ways. For members of the LGBT community who have experienced trauma due to their...
In psychology, trauma is defined as an event that causes serious physical or emotional harm or stress. This can include physical abuse, sexual assault, natural disasters, warfare, accidents,...