The concept of family is changing rapidly around the world today. Increasingly, families are comprised of more than just heterosexual couples raising biological children together. With same-sex...
Can the commodification of queer aesthetics undermine the sincerity of representation?
The term "queer" is often used to describe people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender,...
How does negotiating authenticity versus safety affect stress, mental health, and identity coherence among LGBT individuals in hostile environments?
I will explain how the concept of negotiation...
What are the psychological effects of leading a double life in heteronormative contexts? How can authenticity and resilience be cultivated?
Living a double life is a difficult experience for those...
Can performativity be celebrated rather than condemned as inauthentic?
Performativity is the act of performing something, such as an identity or belief, for the sake of presenting oneself to...
Queer identity refers to the personal experience of gender or sexual orientation that is different from normative expectations and standards set by society. While it was once taboo to acknowledge...
Filmmakers create stories that transport viewers to different worlds and give them an insight into various cultures and societies. When creating these films, they must consider the representation of...
Gender Identity and Family Life
The way that gender is expressed within families has changed dramatically over time. Traditionally, most families were heterosexual nuclear families where the...
Gender identity is defined as one's internal sense of self, which may be different from one's assigned sex at birth. Nonconforming gender expression refers to behaviors and appearances that deviate...
The coming out process is a difficult and challenging experience that involves revealing one's sexual orientation to friends, family, coworkers, or strangers. It often involves disclosure of an...