Many LGBT individuals must hide their identities from co-workers, friends, and family members due to societal prejudice and discrimination. This can create challenges when it comes to building...
Shaping intimacy, attachment, and satisfaction
Intimate relationships are an integral part of human life. They can be between people who identify as heterosexual, bisexual, gay, lesbian, queer,...
LGBT individuals face unique challenges when it comes to balancing their sense of community with their desire for independence. On one hand, they may feel a strong need to connect with others who...
LGBT individuals face unique challenges in society that can affect their sense of self, personal growth, and ability to feel a part of their communities. Activism, advocacy, and community leadership...
Queer-inclusive sacred narratives can be defined as religious stories that acknowledge and celebrate LGBTQIA+ identities. These types of narratives often center on diverse perspectives from people...
The idea that culture influences how people think about and respond to LGBT issues is well established in sociological research. Cultural differences between individualist and collectivist countries...
Queer communities have begun to explore the concept of "queer temporality," which refers to the unique experience of time for individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+. This idea has sparked interest...
There is an increasing awareness among people about their gender identities and sexual orientations. This has led to more openness and acceptance of the community and they have also been fighting for...
In order to understand how individuals who identify as part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQIA+) community integrate their identities into...
The availability and quality of social support networks play an important role in the development of one's mental health and identity. When individuals have access to strong and positive social...