The concept of romantic love is deeply embedded within human culture. For centuries, heterosexual couples have been the dominant model for understanding and studying romance, intimacy, and...
In the past few decades, the LGBTQ community has made significant progress towards achieving equality and recognition.
There are still many challenges that they face, such as discrimination,...
Sexual violence is an important issue that affects many people around the world. In recent years, there has been an increased awareness of the prevalence of this type of abuse and the need to address...
The topic of how religious doctrine intersects with personal identity in shaping experiences of shame, secrecy, and resilience among LGBTQ believers is an important one for understanding the...
Consumer culture is often associated with the appropriation, neutralization, and distortion of queer activism and aesthetic practices. This can be seen in various ways such as the commodification of...
Systemic discrimination and social marginalization can have a significant impact on an individual's self-esteem, mental health, and agency. For LGBTQ individuals, these factors are often compounded...
The term 'queer' has been used to describe individuals who do not fit into traditional gender and sexuality norms since at least the early 20th century. With the advent of the internet and digital...
Forced conversion therapy is a form of treatment that attempts to change an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity through various methods. It is often done under duress, such as when...
Peer Networks
In order to understand how peer networks contribute to the psychological well-being of isolated LGBT youth, it is important to define what a "peer network" is. A peer network can be...
Non-binary individuals face a unique challenge when it comes to navigating their gender expression and identity within society. They may experience pressure to conform to rigid binary definitions of...