The LGBTQ+ community has faced unique challenges when it comes to healing from trauma or violence. Members of this community have been subjected to higher rates of discrimination, stigma, and...
How does internalized denial of sexual orientation affect cognitive, emotional, and relational development, and what interventions are most effective in addressing it?
Internalized denial of one's...
Gender dysphoria is a mental health condition characterized by feelings of discomfort or distress associated with a person's assigned gender at birth. Individuals who experience gender dysphoria may...
Psychological Mechanisms for Unlearning Prejudice Against LGBT Communities
Prejudice is an attitude that results from stereotyping, generalization, or discrimination based on social identity. It...
As people age, their views may shift due to changes in social norms, interactions with diverse peers, and personal experiences.
Some beliefs remain stubbornly entrenched and require more effort to...
Unlearning Biases About Sexuality
Sexuality is an important aspect of human life that influences many aspects of daily living. It can be defined as one's personal experiences, feelings, behaviors,...
Rebuilding Confidence through Therapy after Sexual Shame and Trauma
Therapy is an effective tool for rebuilding confidence following sexual shame or trauma. It can help individuals to identify the...
Guided psychological interventions may be an effective way to help individuals overcome feelings of discomfort during sexual experimentation. These interventions typically involve working with a...
How do psychological interventions address guilt associated with sexual desire?
Guilt is an unpleasant feeling that can arise from various situations and experiences. Guilt related to sexual...
Psychological Interventions for Sexual Dysfunction Caused by Trauma
Sexual dysfunction is a term used to describe any difficulties that a person may experience during sexual activity such as...