I will explore the impact of childhood trauma on adult identity exploration, coping strategies, and psychological resilience among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals....
Bisexuality has been a recurring theme in films since cinema's early years, but its portrayal has evolved significantly over time. In the past, bisexuality was often depicted in a negative light, as...
How do biphobia and stigma impact bisexual people's mental health and sense of self?
Bisexual individuals face unique challenges related to identity exploration and societal discrimination....
The term "queer temporality" refers to an approach to time that challenges traditional Western linear understandings of time as a series of discrete units moving from past to present to future. This...
To what extent does participation in digital communities support identity exploration, validation, and sexual expression?
Let's define the terms "digital community" and "identity". A digital...
Sacred Vulnerability Catalyzing Creativity, Ethical Reasoning, and Relational Intelligence in LGBTQ Spiritual Practices
Vulnerability is an essential component of all types of spiritual practice,...
Some people may say that playing with one's identity is merely an exploration, while others might claim it is a revelation.
From a psychological perspective, the act of "playing" with identity can...
Online faith communities are becoming increasingly popular among members of the LGBT community, who often feel marginalized and discriminated against in traditional religious spaces. By creating...
I will discuss how metaphors of transformation, rebirth, and liminality can be used to support ethical, spiritual, and identity development. These metaphors have been used throughout history in...
Anticipation of divine or social judgement is an important factor that shapes identity exploration and self-expression for individuals who are navigating their sexual orientation and gender identity....