Sexual moralism is an ideological framework that promotes strict adherence to traditional gender roles and prohibits alternative forms of sexual expression, including same-sex relationships, casual...
The role that religious communities play in the lives of LGBTQ youth cannot be understated. While they are often seen as places where people can find support and acceptance for their identities, they...
There has been an increase in research examining how family members' religious beliefs can influence adolescent LGBTQ identity formation and subsequent outcomes such as mental health and wellbeing....
Emotional Avoidance and Chronic Sadness
The impact of emotional avoidance on recovery from chronic sadness has been studied extensively for cisgender heterosexual populations, but less is known...
LGBTQ people have faced numerous challenges regarding their identities and sexual orientations. They are often rejected by their families, communities, and even religious institutions due to their...
The experience of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer individuals is often marked by stories of resistance to oppression. These stories are told through narratives that highlight the...
Autonomy is a key concept in philosophy that refers to the capacity for self-determination and independence, especially when it comes to making choices regarding one's own life and behavior. Within...
Coming Out has been a significant process for many people within the LGBTQ community, where they share their true identity to others outside the circle. This can be both exciting and stressful...
Queerness is an umbrella term used to describe a range of identities that exist outside of the traditional binary of male and female. It can refer to those who identify as LGBTQ+, but it also...
Many people believe that works of fiction are purely entertainment and don't offer much value outside of providing an escape from reality.
Some scholars argue that reading and viewing stories...