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...
Social exclusion is a common phenomenon experienced by members of the LGBTQ+ community, including gay men, lesbians, bisexuals, transgender people, queers, intersex individuals, and others. Social...
Religious Community Belonging Shapes Resilience Trajectories
When it comes to understanding how religious communities shape LGBTQ+ individuals' resilience trajectory over their lifetime, there are...
Mentorship, peer support, and chosen family networks can play a crucial role in helping individuals cope with the negative impacts of systemic discrimination on their mental health. These support...
How does lesbian desire resist commodification through the radical affirmation of mutual recognition?
Lesbian desire is a unique experience that challenges heteronormative norms and traditional...
Psychological resilience is an important concept that helps individuals to cope with stressful situations, including bullying experiences. Bullying can be defined as repeated aggressive behavior...
There are many factors that contribute to the well-being of LGBTQ individuals, but three key areas stand out as particularly important: allyship, social advocacy, and community engagement. Allyship...
Queer is an umbrella term used for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, asexual, and other non-binary identities that fall outside of heterosexual norms. For many years, these individuals...
When it comes to navigating the interplay between pride and vulnerability for queer individuals, there are several key factors that play a role. One important mechanism is the concept of safety in...
Mentorship, Activism, and Community Involvement Foster Resilience and Identity Consolidation in LGBTQ Youth
Resilience is the ability to cope with difficult circumstances, such as discrimination,...