Narratives and media have always played an important role in shaping cultural ideas about what constitutes normal or desirable sexual behavior. From fairy tales to Hollywood films, from news articles...
Emotional intimacy is a crucial aspect of human social development that begins to emerge during adolescence. During this phase, individuals begin to form close bonds with others through various means...
What are some of the reasons why women choose to cover their faces while men do not have to? Is it because they want to preserve their femininity or to avoid attention from men? Are these reasons...
How do media portrayals of sexuality shape adolescents' perceptions of gender roles, sexual desire, and normative behaviors?
Many factors influence adolescent development, including social...
In many cultures around the world, sexual initiation has been viewed as an important rite of passage marking significant spiritual, psychological, or social transformations.
For some Native...
The Queer Artists' Contribution to Religious Ritual
Religion has always played an important role in human society. It is often seen as a way for people to connect with something larger than...
The translation of queer texts involves the transfer of meaning from one language to another while also accounting for cultural differences between languages and societies. This process can have a...
Research shows that LGBT youth are more likely to experience higher levels of religiosity than their heterosexual counterparts. This is due to societal pressures and expectations placed upon them...
The word "gender" refers to the characteristics associated with being male or female, such as physical attributes, behavioral patterns, emotional responses, clothing styles, etc. It is often...
Identity is a complex concept that can be defined and experienced differently across cultures, generations, and genders. In the case of LGBTQIA+ individuals, these differences can lead to unique...