LGBTQ+ is an acronym for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, plus any additional identities that fall under the umbrella term "queer". This term has become increasingly popular over the last...
Anti-LGBTQ+ stereotypes can have significant and lasting impacts on society that go beyond just individuals who identify as LGBTQ+. These stereotypes shape how people think about gender identity and...
Orientation is an essential part of human existence. It refers to a person's identity based on their gender expression, sexual identity, romantic attractions, and physical characteristics. Many...
In many cultures around the world, there is a strong negative attitude towards homosexuality and LGBTQ+ people. This has led to discriminatory laws, policies, and social norms that marginalize these...
Internalized homophobia refers to a person's negative beliefs about their own identity as LGBTQ+, often resulting from cultural messages that promote heterosexuality and cisgender identity. This...
How Non-Binary Experiences Reveal Tensions Between Authenticity, Ethical Responsibility, and Social Expectation in Daily Life
Non-binary people are those who identify outside the gender binary...
As someone who identifies as a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I have experienced various forms of discrimination throughout my life. From being judged for my gender identity to facing rejection from...
Queer people have always faced discrimination, stigma, marginalization, and violence for their identities. In recent years, digital platforms have emerged as powerful tools for organizing and...
How do experiences of societal stigma influence internalized homophobia, transphobia, or biphobia, and what are the mental health implications?
Society has historically viewed non-heterosexual...
The way that conservative media shapes public perception, legitimacy, and moral evaluation of queer identities is deeply rooted in its belief system and ideology. Conservatives have traditionally...