Queer creative communities refer to groups that bring together people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) for various activities such as writing, painting, music,...
Religious Condemnation and Its Effect on Self-Concept, Identity Affirmation, and Mental Health in LGBT Youth
As is often observed, religion plays an important role in shaping one's sense of...
Creative Arts and Narrative-Based Interventions for Coping Among LGBTQ Individuals
The term “creative arts” refers to various forms of artistic expression such as painting, music, literature,...
Bisexual individuals experience unique challenges related to their sexual orientation, including discrimination, prejudice, and marginalization from both heterosexual and LGBTQ+ communities. This can...
Spiritual engagement is defined as the practice of exploring one's spiritual beliefs, values, and practices to gain insight into life. It includes prayer, meditation, rituals, and various other forms...
What role does ritual innovation play in affirming identity and spiritual agency for queer participants? Rituals are practices that are repeated regularly, usually in relation to significant events...
Can art-based therapies facilitate trauma processing, self-acceptance, and identity affirmation in LGBT populations?
The short answer is yes! Art-based therapies have been shown to be incredibly...
How do queer believers reconcile experiences of erotic desire with religious devotion in ways that affirm identity rather than induce shame?
Desire can be an integral part of any individual's...
The study of human sexuality is an intricate area of research that has been the focus of many scholars and experts for centuries. Sexuality encompasses various aspects such as gender, attraction,...
Creativity, storytelling, and narrative therapy are all tools that can be used to facilitate psychological healing, identity affirmation, and resilience in LGBTQ individuals. These practices have...