As LGBTQ+ writers continue to face oppression and marginalization in society, they often find themselves having to censor their work out of fear of backlash from family, friends, employers, and even...
Families are often expected to uphold certain traditions and beliefs that have been passed down through generations. These values may include religious practices, cultural norms, or family...
Religious upbringing is often an essential part of childhood development for many people around the world. This can include attending church services regularly, participating in religious education...
The article will explore how internalized religious shame can impact an individual's coping mechanisms, resilience, and social engagement. Internalized religious shame is defined as the belief that...
There has been increasing interest in understanding the psychological impact of religion on sexual orientation and gender identity within the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning...
LGBT individuals often experience internalized guilt and shame related to their gender identity or sexual orientation, which can negatively impact their personal and professional lives. This essay...
Internalized shame is the feeling of being unworthy and undeserving due to one's own thoughts, actions, or characteristics, often resulting from past experiences of abuse, neglect, or rejection. This...
The relationship between internalized shame and societal oppression is often overlooked when it comes to understanding how these factors affect queer self-concept and identity.
Research has shown...
Parental Rejection and Internalized Shame
Parental rejection can have profound psychological effects that may lead to long-term mental health issues, such as anxiety, depression, and low...
Can therapy effectively address internalized shame resulting from parental rejection, and what approaches are most effective?
The topic of this article is whether therapy can be an effective tool...