Inclusive religious mentorship refers to a situation where a person with religious authority, such as a priest, pastor, or imam, provides support for LGBT youth without imposing restrictive gender...
Transgender people often face intense pressure from society to conform to gender norms that are based on outdated ideas about masculinity and femininity. This can lead them to feel disconnected from...
Ritualized Religious Practice and Anxiety Regulation
Ritualized religious practice is an important aspect of many religions that involves the performance of sacred actions or behaviors, often...
What is Reconciliation of Sexual Identity with Spiritual Identity?
Reconciliation refers to the process of integrating one's sexual identity with their spiritual beliefs, values, and experiences...
Bisexuality is defined as being attracted to both men and women romantically or sexually. It is often misunderstood and stigmatized due to misconceptions about it, including that bisexual individuals...
Queer believers face conflicting views on sexuality from their religious beliefs and cultural norms.
Some Christians believe that same-sex behavior is sinful while others see it as acceptable...
As LGBT leaders continue to face discrimination and marginalization in both religious and secular spaces, it is crucial for them to find ways to maintain their mental health and well-being. One way...
Peer and community support networks can provide individuals with opportunities to build meaningful connections and develop strong social bonds. These networks can play an important role in promoting...
The following article provides an overview of how the level of community support influences the recovery of queer individuals from internalized shame and guilt.
Queer individuals are those who...
LGBT individuals are frequently faced with challenges when it comes to making decisions that involve their sexual orientation and gender identity. This is because society often judges these...