Healing from trauma can be a difficult process, but it's often associated with personal experiences such as abuse, neglect, or loss.
What about when the source of trauma is rooted in societal...
Psychological strength is a term that refers to an individual's ability to cope with and overcome challenges in their life. For lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals, this can be...
LGBT individuals have often faced discrimination due to their gender identity or sexual orientation, which can lead to internalized homophobia. Internalized homophobia refers to negative feelings...
In the past few decades, the acceptance and support for LGBTQIA+ individuals have significantly increased, but they still face various challenges related to mental health due to social stigma,...
As society evolves and becomes more accepting of LGBTQ+ identities, there is still significant pressure placed upon men and women who identify as anything other than heterosexual cisgender....
Older LGBTQ+ individuals are at higher risk of experiencing social isolation due to several unique factors that make it difficult for them to access and maintain meaningful connections. First, many...
Psychological resilience is the ability to cope with difficult situations and challenges in life while maintaining emotional stability. In recent years, there has been increased attention paid to the...
LGBT couples face numerous difficulties that are unique to them compared to heterosexual couples. One of these is the lack of legal recognition for their unions. Many countries do not recognize...
LGBTQ parents face unique challenges when it comes to balancing authenticity, societal expectations, and resilience in their parenting journey. They may feel pressure to conform to traditional family...
Choosen families, peer networks, and community support are essential protective factors against loneliness and marginalization. In this essay, I will discuss how these groups can provide emotional...