LGBT adolescents face discrimination in many forms including bullying, harassment, exclusion, rejection, physical violence, and even death threats. They may experience feelings of shame, guilt, fear,...
LGBTQ+ youth face various forms of discrimination and prejudice that can affect their social, emotional, mental, and physical wellbeing. Many institutions, organizations, and communities still uphold...
Social isolation is a common experience among young people from minority communities such as LGBTQ+. This isolation has detrimental psychological effects which include increased risk of mental health...
LGBTQ adolescence can be an isolating experience for many individuals, particularly those living in restrictive religious environments that do not accept their identities. In these situations,...
The exclusion of LGBTQ+ topics in education is a significant issue that has been affecting many countries globally. It is a result of various political and cultural pressures that hinder the...
The following section discusses how peer support plays an essential role in mitigating the negative impacts of social and religious exclusion on the mental health and self-esteem of lesbian, gay,...
Peer support is an important aspect for LGBTQ+ individuals, especially young people who are still coming to terms with their identity and struggling to find acceptance from society. Societal...
Social Support Networks for LGBTQ+ Youth
In today's world, many individuals feel isolated due to their sexual orientation and gender identity. This is particularly true for lesbian, gay, bisexual,...
Peer support networks can help LGBT adolescents feel validated, boost their self-esteem, and develop effective coping strategies. These networks offer emotional support, guidance, and encouragement...
The purpose of this article is to explore how peer networks and friendship circles provide support that enhances coping, psychological resilience, and identity development among LGBTQ adolescents....