The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (LGBTQ+) community is a diverse group that faces unique challenges when it comes to serving in the military. While...
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: Emotional & social support for lgbtq+ servicemembers: online communities
In today's military environment, serving one's country often involves a great deal of sacrifice and commitment to duty.
For those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer,...
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: How lgbtq+ military personnel balance career aspirations and personal relationships
LGBTQ+ individuals have always faced unique challenges within the military due to their identities. These challenges can include discrimination, harassment, and even violence from fellow...
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: How lgbtq+ service members struggle with emotional vulnerability and military professionalism
LGBT people face unique challenges when it comes to their personal lives and professional careers. While some employers are more accepting than others, many still struggle with discrimination based...
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: How lgbt individuals navigate three key challenges in their careers
LGBT individuals face many challenges when it comes to building a relationship due to the heteronormative culture that surrounds them. From discrimination based on gender identity to lack of legal...
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: Developing adaptive strategies to overcome societal barriers as an lgbt individual
When it comes to discussing mental health, the topic of non-disclosure of sexual orientation can have profound effects on an individual's wellbeing. For individuals who identify as LGBTQ+, the...
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: Disclosing your sexual orientation? understand its effects on mental health
Due to the stigma surrounding same-sex relationships within the military community, many service members who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender (LGBT) often face unique challenges...
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: How samesex military couples can overcome fear of being outed and promote emotional wellbeing through support groups
The first strategy that partners can use to maintain emotional closeness when one partner is openly LGBT and the other remains closeted is communication. Open dialogue between partners is crucial for...
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: How lgbt couples can maintain emotional closeness while one partner remains closeted
Having to hide one's sexual orientation can be an incredibly difficult task for anyone, but it is especially challenging for people who work in high-risk units such as law enforcement, military...
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: Overcoming the psychological consequences of sexual orientation hiding in highrisk units
Social Strategies for Reducing Feelings of Isolation in LGBT Military Networks
The LGBT community has faced numerous challenges in the past decades, including discrimination, homophobia,...
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: How lgbt service members can form supportive relationships and reduce feelings of isolation