Coming out is an experience that involves facing potential discrimination, prejudice, and violence because of one's sexual orientation or gender identity. This process can be challenging for many...
Many parents are struggling to understand how to react when their child comes out as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBQ). Often, they feel unprepared for this news and...
Many people experience traumatic events throughout their lives that can have a significant impact on their mental health, including those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer,...
One way that the concept of authenticity can intersect with queer self-expression is through the act of coming out to others. When an individual comes out as LGBTQ+, they are expressing their true...
There has been an increase in awareness about the challenges faced by members of the LGBT community when it comes to issues related to mental health, stress management, and identity integration....
Trust and Communication
Trust is an essential component of any relationship, but it can be particularly challenging to build and maintain in LGBTQ+ relationships due to societal pressures and...
How Does Media Coverage of Outing Incidents Influence Public Perception, Ethical Norms, And The Lived Experiences Of Queer Individuals?
Media coverage of outing incidents can have a significant...
In today's society, the prevalence of homosexuality has become more accepted than ever before.
There are still many individuals who struggle to come out as LGBTQ+ due to external pressures from...
How do disclosure decisions regarding sexual orientation affect stress, identity coherence, and social relationships for LGBT individuals?
Discussing one's sexual orientation can be difficult for...
The theory of psychoanalysis offers valuable insight into the ways in which individuals negotiate their identities, desires, and repressions within the context of their sexuality. Through exploring...