Performances of gender within lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender (LGBT) subcultures can be seen to reflect a tension between conformity and resistance that exists within society at large. On one...
What is the psychological cost of continuously performing normative gender roles within queer relationships?
When people identify as LGBTQ+, they may feel a pressure to conform to certain societal...
Femininity and masculinity have always been socially constructed concepts that vary across time, space, culture, and personal experience. For centuries, Western society has viewed them as opposing...
Digital avatars are virtual representations of people that can be used to interact with others online. They allow users to express themselves through different identities and personas, including...
Gender performance is an act that involves the embodiment of socially constructed roles and expectations associated with masculinity or femininity. It can include behavioral patterns, body language,...
In contemporary society, many individuals have been conditioned to adhere to strict expectations of gender roles that uphold the dominant masculine/feminine binary system, which can lead to...
The visibility of queer athletes has been increasing in recent years, which has transformed public perceptions of masculinity and femininity. This shift can be seen across various sports, including...
Gender is the social organization of masculinity and femininity that dictates how people are expected to behave based on their assigned sex.
This binary system has been challenged through repeated...
Sexual identity is one of the most fundamental aspects of human life that has existed since the dawn of time. From early societies to modern times, people have engaged in various activities that...