LGBT youth face numerous challenges due to their unique identities, including mental health issues like anxiety, depression, suicide attempts, substance abuse, and self-harm. Research suggests that...
Peer and community networks play an important role in shaping our perceptions and attitudes towards homosexuality. They provide support and validation to those who identify as LGBTQ+ individuals and...
Online Queer Communities and Emotional Support
The queer community has been around for centuries, but it was not until recently that it gained mainstream recognition. With the rise of social media...
Trauma-Informed Practices Supporting Coming Out Psychologically
Coming out is a process that involves revealing one's sexual orientation to oneself and others. It can be a challenging experience...
How can mental health frameworks be proactively redesigned to anticipate the evolving social, cultural, and technological stressors experienced by LGBTQ communities?
The phrase "LGBTQ" stands for...
The term "invisible" refers to the lack of recognition or attention given to something or someone that is considered important or significant. In the case of elderly lesbian, gay, bisexual,...
Religion and culture play significant roles in shaping the experiences of LGBT adolescents, particularly when it comes to rejection. From childhood, they are exposed to stories and belief systems...
Psychological Benefits of Participating in LGBTQ+ Volunteer Initiatives
Participation in LGBTQ+ volunteer initiatives can provide numerous psychological benefits to individuals who identify as...
There has been an increase in awareness and acceptance of LGBTQ individuals.
There are still many challenges faced by these communities, especially when it comes to aging. One such challenge is...
Schools are often faced with many challenges when it comes to providing a supportive environment for all students, especially those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or...