Sexual favoritism is when someone gives preferential treatment to another person based on their gender or perceived sexual attractiveness. This can occur in many contexts, but it is particularly...
There are many factors that contribute to the formation of one's identity, but the military environment can be particularly influential for LGBT service members due to its strict adherence to gender...
Anticipation of Stigma or Discrimination
Anticipation of stigma or discrimination is an important factor that can affect people's risk-taking, decision-making, and leadership behavior. This refers...
Fear of Discrimination or Ostracism Influences Social Behaviors and Collaboration
The impact of discrimination and ostracism can be felt throughout society, from personal interactions to...
The topic of this article is how social support networks can help to reduce the negative effects of discrimination and isolation on intimate relationships. Discrimination refers to unfair treatment...
LGBT individuals have been able to serve openly in the US military since 2011 when President Barack Obama signed an executive order repealing the ban on their service.
LGBT couples continue to...
The relationship between sexuality and warfare has been an intriguing topic for centuries. It is believed that when individuals are placed under stressful situations like those experienced during...
Sexual orientation is an important part of personal identity for many people, but it can be difficult to navigate in a professional environment where relationships are strictly regulated. Soldiers...
In an environment where military personnel are required to conform to strict gender roles and norms, it can be challenging for LGBT soldiers to openly express their sexual orientation and engage in...
LGBT service members are those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, pansexual, asexual, agender, nonbinary, or otherwise fall outside traditional gender...