Family-centered religious teachings emphasize traditional gender roles and heterosexual relationships that may lead to internalized homophobia among LGBTQ+ youth. These beliefs can also cause...
The concept of parental recognition of sexual orientation has gained significant attention in recent years due to its role in influencing the timing of identity disclosure among LGBTQ+ youth. Studies...
Families are fundamental social units that provide emotional, economic, physical, and moral support to their members. They play an essential role in shaping individual identity, belief systems, and...
A long and complicated article about what social structures are ethically necessary to support long-term LGBTQ+ partnerships.
Long-term LGBTQ+ partnerships require several different types of...
Social Isolation and Community Support for Same-Sex Families
Social isolation can be detrimental to all individuals, but it may have a greater impact on same-sex couples who face discrimination...
Blended, step-, and multi-generational families are becoming more common than ever before. While these families offer many benefits to children and adults alike, they also come with their own unique...
There are significant generational differences in tolerance towards lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people. These differences can have an impact on how parents communicate with their...
How does family-imposed silence about sexual identity affect adolescents' social development, emotional regulation, and moral reasoning?
Adolescence is a time when individuals develop their own...
How do family support and peer support interact to reduce the negative impact of minority stress on mental health?
Minority stress is a term used to describe the psychological distress experienced...
Effects of Parental Rejection and Social Discrimination on Sibling Relationships and Family Cohesion in LGBT Households
Parental rejection is a devastating experience that can have lasting...