There has been increased awareness and acceptance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals in society, leading to greater visibility and representation in various fields. This...
As more lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals are joining the military, researchers have begun studying how they navigate the challenges of being away from their partners during...
Narrative and Storytelling in LGBT Military Experiences
Narrative and storytelling are important tools for processing emotions, trauma, and life experiences. This is especially true for LGBT...
Sexual orientation is defined as an individual's emotional, romantic, physical, and/or sexual attraction to another person. It is one of the most crucial aspects of human identity. For members of the...
Moral injury refers to the psychological and spiritual suffering that can occur when an individual violates their own moral code or core values during military service, leading to feelings of guilt,...
During their lifetime, many individuals will experience traumatic events that can negatively affect their mental health. While some people cope well with these experiences, others may develop...
Intimate relationships between LGBT individuals are often shaped by their experiences growing up in cultures that have traditionally defined gender roles and expectations. These norms can influence...
Being "out" refers to self-identifying publicly and openly with one's sexual orientation and/or gender identity. In this essay, I will explore how such outness affects romantic relationship...
The topic I will be discussing today is what are the psychological effects of hierarchical inequality on LGBT military couples. Hierarchy refers to a system of ranking individuals based on their...
LGBT couples are more likely to face obstacles to close proximity due to geographic distance than heterosexual ones.
Military service members are often stationed far from their partners, college...