Peer support can be defined as the process of providing assistance to another individual experiencing difficulties through the exchange of information and advice. Peer networks are groups of...
Identity validation is an important aspect of human development, especially during adolescence and young adulthood. Peer networks can play a significant role in helping individuals validate their...
The impact of social media engagement on mental health has become an increasingly discussed topic recently. One area of research that has been examined is how online community participation...
We will explore how bisexual individuals experience social negotiation, identity validation, and relational authenticity within heteronormative contexts. Firstly, we need to understand what it means...
Community Belonging and Bisexual Invisibility's Mental Health Impact
Bisexual individuals face unique challenges related to their identity and visibility in society. One of the most significant is...
What is Cognitive Dissonance?
Cognitive dissonance refers to an uncomfortable feeling that occurs when there is a conflict between one's beliefs or values and their behavior. It can be caused by...
Queer individuals have faced various challenges related to their identity and sexual orientation throughout history. The terms "queer" and "LGBTQ+", which refer to people who identify themselves...
The term identity is widely used to refer to an individual's sense of self and can be influenced by various factors such as culture, family background, environment, religion, socioeconomic status,...
How does the social invisibility of asexual individuals affect relational dynamics, identity validation, and mental health, and what strategies can enhance recognition and inclusion?
The answer to...
What are the factors that influence how adolescents develop their sexual self-efficacy, relational competence, and identity validation? This question has been studied extensively by researchers who...