One of the main reasons for a lack of acceptance and understanding among the general population is the prevalence of negative public attitudes toward sexual minorities. In many cultures, there...
Research has shown that members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) community face unique challenges when it comes to mental health. This population is disproportionately affected...
Bisexual pride is an important part of identity for many individuals who identify as bi, pansexual, omnisexual, fluid, queer, or otherwise nonmonosexual. It can be difficult to navigate societal...
Virtue ethics is an approach to morality that emphasizes the development of moral character traits such as honesty, courage, justice, and compassion. It suggests that the most important aspect of...
What is internalized stigma arising from religiously framed heteronormativity?
Internalized stigma arises when individuals internalize negative attitudes toward them that society holds about their...
Institutional Transphobia and Queer Communities
The systemic oppression of transgender individuals has been prevalent throughout history, dating back to ancient civilizations such as Ancient...
How do bisexual individuals experience community belonging when acceptance is conditional upon conformity? This question raises many important considerations. Bisexuality is defined as an attraction...
Intersecting Queer and National Identities: Complex Experiences of Inclusion, Exclusion, and Belonging
Queerness and national identity are complex concepts that often overlap and interact in ways...
Portrayal of Transgender Characters in Film and Theater
Transgender individuals are often depicted in films and plays in ways that perpetuate stereotypes and negative attitudes towards their...
The pursuit of queer visibility is an important issue that has gained prominence in recent years, especially in terms of its intersection with questions of risk, recognition, and cultural authority....