Mentors play an important role in helping individuals develop their identities, particularly for those who identify as LGBTQ+. Queer people often face unique challenges when it comes to...
Community support plays an important role in mitigating the ethical and psychological harms that can result from discrimination against LGBTQ+ youth. Discrimination can have significant impacts on...
Internalized homophobia is defined as an individual's negative perceptions about their own sexual orientation which can lead to fear, rejection, shame and guilt. It can have a profound impact on an...
The following are some best practices that organizations can implement to create a culture of inclusivity for LGBTQ+ employees:
1. Establish clear anti-discrimination policies: Organizations...
LGBTQ individuals have unique experiences when it comes to traumatic events, as they may face discrimination and stigma due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. These experiences can be...
The topic of this article is the impact that prolonged social invisibility or exclusion has on mental health, self-esteem, and identity formation in lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and...
The article will discuss how psychotherapists can navigate their own biases and assumptions when working with queer clients from conservative backgrounds. It is important for therapists to be aware...
There are many ways for LGBT people to find community, support, and spiritual guidance within religious groups, but there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Different faith traditions have varying...
In the last decade, there has been an increased awareness about mental health issues among people from different backgrounds. One such group that has faced discrimination for their sexual orientation...
Social Support Strategies for Reducing Minority Stress and Promoting Well-Being Among LGBTQ+ Adults
The term "LGBTQ+" refers to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex,...