The concept of family is changing rapidly around the world today. Increasingly, families are comprised of more than just heterosexual couples raising biological children together. With same-sex...
The LGBTQ+ community has experienced discrimination, marginalization, and violence throughout history due to their differences from society's normative gender roles and sexual identities. This can...
There has been increasing awareness and advocacy for the rights and experiences of queer individuals.
Despite progress, many still experience social exclusion due to their identities. Queer...
Self-acceptance is an important aspect of personal growth and development, especially for LGBTQ+ individuals who have recently come out. Coming out can be a challenging process that involves facing...
Peer mentoring is an important aspect of youth development that can help young people develop their identities and express themselves in healthy ways. Mentors serve as positive role models for young...
In post-authoritarian societies where homosexuality was once criminalized and punishable by law, gay and transgender individuals face unique challenges when it comes to identity formation and...
The formation of identity and self-worth is a crucial part of growing up for all teenagers, but it can be especially challenging for those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender...
In order to understand the psychological processes that facilitate the transformation of internalized homophobia and transphobia into self-acceptance and moral growth, it is important to consider the...
Language is a powerful tool that can be used to shape identities, advocate for rights, and promote social cohesion within marginalized groups, including LGBT communities.
It can also serve as a...
The fear of societal rejection influences many aspects of human behavior, including how individuals perceive themselves and interact with others. For members of marginalized communities such as queer...