In an ideal world, society would not impose unrealistic expectations on individuals regarding their personal expression of aesthetics. Instead, it would allow them to explore their individuality and...
The concept of normality has become increasingly significant in modern society, particularly in regards to how individuals understand their own identities and experiences within a social context....
Conforming to Religious Expectations: Cognitive, Emotional, and Social Consequences for LGBTQ Individuals
LGBTQ individuals face unique challenges when it comes to navigating their sexual and...
The tension between authenticity and conformity is a common theme that exists in many aspects of life, including within the emotional lives of LGBT individuals. This tension can arise when LGBT...
The term “fear of social ostracism” refers to the psychological reaction to being excluded from social groups, and it has been shown to have a significant impact on many aspects of human behavior....
Fear of social exclusion is a pervasive phenomenon that affects people's behavior across cultures, environments, and time periods. It has been shown to have an impact on many aspects of human life,...
Heteronormativity is an ideology that assumes heterosexuality to be the default or typical sexual orientation, thus excluding all non-heterosexual orientations from normalcy. Religious rituals are...
Moral philosophy has always been concerned with the evaluation of societal pressures that influence human behavior and decision making. One such pressure is the expectation for members of society to...
Authenticity, safety, and conformity are three concepts that are often discussed in social psychology and sociology. They refer to the ways in which people present themselves in different social...
Sexual identity exploration is an important aspect of adolescent psychosocial development. For bisexual youth, it can be particularly challenging due to the stigma and misunderstanding surrounding...