LGBTQ adolescents face many challenges that can make it difficult for them to feel empowered and confident in their identities. From discrimination and violence to lack of acceptance from family and...
LGBT youth are those who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning their sexual orientation or gender identity, or are unsure about it. They may be bullied and harassed in...
Gendered cultural norms are deeply embedded in society and have significant impacts on individuals' self-identity and psychological well-being. For LGBTQ+ youth, these cultural expectations can be...
The emergence of social media has brought about many changes to the world, including how people connect with one another. Social media platforms have enabled individuals from different parts of the...
The role of mentors and supportive role models in fostering adaptive coping and resilience among LGBT youth is an important one. Mentors provide guidance and encouragement to help youth navigate...
LGBTQ youth are often excluded from traditional religious rituals due to their gender identity or sexual orientation. This can have a profound impact on how they experience these rites of passage,...
As a LGBTQ+ teenager navigating their way through life, they face unique challenges when it comes to balancing their own identity with the expectations placed upon them by family, society, and...
The purpose of this article is to explore how ritualized religious practices such as prayer, fasting, pilgrimage, and meditation can impact the way that LGBT youth develop morally, ethically, and...
Interfaith conflicts are common occurrences in many households across the world, and they often manifest themselves differently from one family to another. While some families may experience...
How does discrimination in educational institutions affect the development of LGBTQ youth identities?
Discrimination can have negative effects on any person's identity development, but it may be...