The benefits of joining LGBTQ communities for individuals who identify with non-heterosexual gender identities or non-binary sexual orientations are manifold. Not only can such people find support...
In the current political climate of the United States, the issue of sexual minority rights has been put under intense scrutiny. There are many different opinions about how to approach this issue,...
Perceived Organizational Fairness is defined as the perception that an employee has about how fairly their organization treats all its members equally, regardless of their gender identity or sexual...
A common experience for many bisexual people is dealing with medical bias or assumptions about their sexuality. This can include being told they are "just experimenting" or that their identity is...
LGBTQ stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning. This term is used to refer to people who identify themselves as non-heterosexual and non-cisgender. LGBTQ individuals often...
Social Support Strategies for LGBTQ+ Individuals
LGBTQ+ individuals have unique experiences that can lead to stressors such as discrimination, marginalization, and isolation.
There are...
Communal support plays an essential role in mediating experiences of internalized homophobia because it provides individuals with a sense of community and belonging. This support can take many forms,...
What is communal recognition for LGBTQ+ individuals?
Communal recognition refers to the acknowledgment and acceptance that members of the LGBTQ+ community receive from their families and society...
Living in a conservative or restrictive society can have a significant impact on the psychological resilience and moral perspectives of LGBTQ+ individuals. In such environments, LGBTQ+ people may...
One study found that many LGBTQ individuals in religious communities experience feelings of guilt and shame due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. This is often amplified by societal...