The connection between religion and sexuality has been debated since the dawn of human civilization. Religious belief systems have traditionally shaped cultural attitudes towards sexual expression,...
Research suggests that family dynamics can have a significant impact on the development of an individual's sexual identity, self-esteem, and relational competency. This is particularly true for...
LGBTQ individuals often face challenges when it comes to participating in religious rituals due to societal norms and expectations surrounding gender and sexual orientation. These rituals can...
LGBTQ is an acronym for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Other identities that are non-cisgender or non-heterosexual. These identities are based on...
Conservative Religious Socialization Shapes LGBTQ Individuals' Moral Reasoning, Self-Concept, and Coping Strategies
The effects of conservative religious socialization on LGBTQ individuals' moral...
Regional variation in social acceptance of LGBTQ identities can significantly impact an individual's sense of self, mental wellbeing, and overall quality of life.
Individuals living in regions...
How do queer believers integrate mystical and transcendent experiences into communal and institutional religious life?
Queer believers are people who identify as LGBTQ+ and also practice a...
Queer artistic reinterpretations of religious iconography can be understood as acts of creative resistance that challenge dominant religious narratives and traditional interpretations of sacred...
What cognitive and emotional processes enable empathy, tolerance, and prosocial behavior toward LGBTQ individuals in diverse cultural contexts?
Empathy, tolerance, and prosocial behaviors are...
In the realm of gender and sexual identity, coming out is generally understood to be a discrete event that occurs at some point during one's life. It involves acknowledging one's own gender or sexual...