The creation of safe spaces for LGBTQ+ individuals has always been essential to their physical, mental, and emotional wellbeing. For centuries, LGBTQ+ people have lived in fear of being ostracized,...
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: Leather bars and cruising grounds a place to explore your sexual identity safely
Gay individuals face unique challenges when it comes to accessing health care due to the stigma associated with their sexual orientation. While most hospitals and doctors are legally obligated to...
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: Sexual orientation health care barriers: overcoming the stigma and finding support in hospitals
The term “minority stress” refers to the chronic exposure to social and structural disadvantages that members of marginalized groups face due to their identity status. For LGBTQ+ individuals, this...
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: Strong social support can help reduce minority stress for lgbtq+ individuals.
Autonomy is an essential aspect of human life that involves having control over one's choices, actions, and decisions. It allows people to make choices about their lives without external influence or...
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: How lgbtq+ individuals can navigate systemic bias and maintain sexual autonomy
There has been an increased focus on the importance of collective healing as a means to address the shared trauma experienced by historically marginalized queer communities. This approach recognizes...
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: Sexuality, intimacy, and healing: addressing intergenerational trauma and safe spaces in queer communities
The current research on the effects of social isolation on mental health is scarce, but what has been observed indicates that it can have negative consequences for everyone.
Some groups are more...
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: How social isolation affects mental health of lgbtq individuals
Sexual violence is a serious issue that affects individuals from all walks of life, including members of the LGBTQ community. Unfortunately, this type of abuse often goes unreported due to fear of...
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: Sexual violence in lgbtq communities: addressing the issue with safe spaces and accountability
LGBTQ people have been historically marginalized and discriminated against due to their gender identities and sexual orientations. They face challenges that are unique to them in every aspect of...
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: The powerful role of online spaces in sustaining trust among lgbtq communities