Sexual harassment and teasing are common occurrences in schools, but their impact on adults is unclear. These experiences can have lasting effects that shape how individuals communicate about and...
Adolescence is a time of intense social and emotional development, during which individuals explore their identities, experiment with new experiences, and begin to form lasting relationships. One of...
Transgender people face unique challenges when it comes to developing assertiveness, self-confidence, and agency due to discrimination they experience based on their gender identity. These...
The psychological well-being of transgender individuals is crucial for their overall health and success in life. Self-confidence, assertiveness, and personal agency are key elements that can help...
Bisexuality is a sexual orientation characterized by an attraction to both males and females, but it can also include attraction to nonbinary individuals who identify outside of the gender binary....
Internalized stigma is a psychological phenomenon where individuals feel negative feelings about themselves because they believe others have negative attitudes towards them due to their personal...
Self-confidence and assertiveness are essential for personal growth and success. Transgender individuals face significant challenges that can affect their mental health and wellbeing, including...
Self-trust is an essential component for building healthy intimate, relational, and social bonds. It refers to the trust one has in themselves; that is, their ability to be true to their values,...
Some people feel immense pressure from their family members, friends, colleagues, and society due to religious or cultural beliefs about how they should act regarding sex and relationships. This is...
I will discuss the processes and experiences that help LGBTQ individuals develop assertiveness and resilience. Assertiveness is the ability to express oneself confidently and advocate for one's needs...