LGBTQ individuals may feel guilty, ashamed, or conflicted about their sexual orientation or gender identity when exposed to negative religious teachings that condemn homosexuality or transgender...
Emotional Legitimacy refers to an individual's ability to experience, understand, express, and regulate their emotions. It involves recognizing and understanding one's own emotions and those of...
Mindfulness and contemplative practices have been shown to significantly benefit the mental health of LGBTQ individuals in several ways. One way is through improved coping skills. Mindfulness helps...
Sexual orientation is an important aspect of human psychology that influences many aspects of life. One area where it can have a significant impact is in how people handle interpersonal conflicts,...
Bisexual individuals often face unique challenges due to their sexual orientation. One such challenge is experiencing microaggressions and subtle discrimination that can have lasting effects on their...
Opening a discussion about one's sexual identity can be difficult for many people, but it is an important part of self-discovery and personal growth. Understanding how to manage one's feelings and...
Chronic exposure to stigma and discrimination can have significant effects on an individual's psychological well-being, especially for those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender...
The pressure to conform to heteronormativity can be a significant source of distress for LGBT individuals. This paper will explore how these pressures impact their ability to regulate their emotions...
The way people perceive themselves can have significant effects on how they interact with others and manage their emotions. This study investigates how internalized guilt shapes emotional regulation,...
Creative Expression and Narrative Therapy for Trauma Processing, Identity Exploration, and Emotional Regulation
The impact of sexual orientation and gender identity on an individual's life cannot...