Queer believers are people who identify with both their sexual orientation and gender identity outside the heterosexual norm, while also being devout followers of a religion that traditionally...
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: Queer believers: navigating spiritual identity and religious trauma in the face of rejection
Research has shown that experiencing rejection can be devastating for anyone's mental health.
For lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people, facing familial, peer, or societal...
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: Lgbt resilience and selfacceptance in the face of rejection: understanding the power of community and positive identity
Religious institutions play an important role in society and can have a profound impact on the mental health of individuals who identify as LGBTQ+. Many religions preach that homosexuality is immoral...
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: How religious trauma affects mental health in lgbtq+ individuals
There has been increased awareness about the prevalence of loneliness among older adults across all demographics. This is especially true for LGBTQ+ individuals who may face unique challenges due to...
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: Overcoming the structural barriers to connectedness among older lgbtq+ individuals
Social attitudes and discrimination towards LGBTQ people have a significant impact on their self-esteem. These attitudes are often based on misconceptions, prejudices, and stereotypes that society...
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: Lgbtq selfesteem: understanding the impact of social attitudes
One of the unique challenges that LGBTQ individuals face is how society treats them. Many people have prejudices and stereotypes against those who are different from themselves, and this can lead to...
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: Sexuality & relationships: how mental health care can be reimagined
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on many aspects of life around the world, including the health and well-being of individuals from all walks of life.
There are specific groups...
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: Sexuality during covid19: how the pandemic affected mental health and wellness among lgbtq individuals
One of the most significant decisions an individual can make is to come out as part of the LGBTQ+ community. It requires courage, strength, and self-acceptance.
For many people, this decision also...
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: How coming out publicly impacts mental health: a look at discrimination, cultural expectations, and personal strength
The intersection between religious beliefs, cultural norms, and family dynamics can have a profound impact on an individual's mental health and identity development, particularly when it comes to...
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: How religious beliefs, cultural norms, and family dynamics impact queer mental health and identity development
Mentorship, peer support, and online community engagement are crucial factors that shape the self-concept of LGBTQ+ adolescents positively. Mentors serve as guides who provide guidance, advice, and...
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: How mentorship, peer support, and online community engagement shape the selfconcept of lgbtq+ adolescents