1 Concealing one's sexual orientation is often considered to be harmful, but it can also have benefits for some people. Those who are open about their sexuality may feel pressured to conform to...
People are social animals, and they seek to form meaningful bonds with others to satisfy their needs for companionship, belonging, and support. Sexuality is an integral part of this process; it...
The negotiation of relational disclosure is an important aspect of social interaction between soldiers. This involves sharing personal information about oneself with others in order to establish and...
Soldiers face unique challenges when it comes to navigating their personal lives, including their sexual and romantic relationships. One of these is how they can share private details about...
Many lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) couples struggle to manage relational ambiguity in societies where they face stigma, prejudice, and discrimination for their identities and...
Sexual orientation is a term that refers to an individual's emotional, romantic, and/or sexual attraction to another person, either same-sex or opposite-sex. In recent years, more people have been...
What psychosocial factors influence the decision to disclose or conceal sexual orientation in operational settings?
Sexual identity is an important part of who someone is as a person. It's...
The concept of identity is often associated with a sense of self, including one's traits, attributes, behaviors, and values. It can be seen as an expression of who we are, what we believe in, and how...
Anticipating Stigma Impacts Trust and Communication
Trust is an important aspect of all human interactions, but it can be especially important when it comes to romantic partnerships. When people...
Concealing one's sexual orientation or partial disclosing it can have significant impacts on relational communication and intimacy. When an individual chooses to conceal their sexual orientation from...