The maintenance of emotional stability and cohesion among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) couples is challenging in an environment characterized by constant threats. These couples face...
LGBT service members have always faced challenges when it comes to managing their identity and being true to themselves. In a military environment where conformity is highly valued and nonconformists...
The military has traditionally been viewed as a patriarchal institution where men are expected to perform masculine roles that involve aggression, strength, and bravery. As such, they have often been...
Legal frameworks
Legal frameworks are systems of laws that regulate human behavior, including intimate relationships between people. They vary widely from one jurisdiction to another and have...
People have been hiding their sexual identity for centuries due to social norms, religious beliefs, legal restrictions, and fear of discrimination.
Recent studies suggest that such secrecy can...
The Relationship Between Relational Support and Coping With Operational Trauma in LGBT Soldiers
There has been increasing attention to the unique experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and...
What are the strategies that help members of the LGBT community maintain trust, intimacy, and cohesion when they must conceal their identities for safety reasons?
Strategies for Maintaining Trust,...
How does internalized stigma affect emotional regulation and interpersonal sensitivity among sexual minority soldiers?
In order to understand how internalized stigma can affect emotional...
Psychological Effects of Secrecy About Sexual Orientation in Regimented Environments
The act of hiding or suppressing one's true feelings towards another person due to social norms can have severe...
Emotional intimacy, relational satisfaction, and professional performance are important aspects of human life that can be challenging for anyone to achieve.
These elements take on added...