The topic I am writing about is how LGBTQ+ youth navigate the tensions between community belonging and authentic self-expression. The purpose of this article is to provide insight into the unique...
How do hostile school climates contribute to learned helplessness or activism in queer teenagers?
Learned helplessness is when individuals give up trying to find solutions to problems because they...
The concept of parental recognition of sexual orientation has gained significant attention in recent years due to its role in influencing the timing of identity disclosure among LGBTQ+ youth. Studies...
LGBTQ stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning. Youth refers to those under age 18. Parental support can mean acceptance, approval, encouragement, or positive interactions;...
In today's society, it is often expected that young people will eventually come out to their parents about their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Research has shown that this process can be...
Ethical frameworks are principles that guide individuals' actions towards achieving moral goals. These principles help people decide how they should behave in different situations based on values...
LGBT youth often face hostility from their families due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. This can lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness, which may impact their mental health....
As an educator who has worked closely with LGBT youth for many years, I have witnessed firsthand the impact that participation in faith-based mentorship, peer networks, and advocacy programs can have...
Peer networks are essential for supporting and promoting self-esteem, mental health, and wellbeing among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender teenagers. Research has shown that peer networks can...
In many countries around the world, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, plus (LGBTQ+) teenagers are faced with immense challenges when it comes to navigating their sexual identities in...