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Sexual intimacy is a powerful force that can be both positive and negative for many people. It has been found to play an important role in mental health, physical well-being, and overall life...
The topic of spiritual rejection and its impact on identity consolidation, resilience, and life satisfaction is an important one that requires careful consideration. Spiritual rejection can have...
Discrimination is an act of prejudice based on unfounded assumptions about another person's identity or background that results in unequal treatment. It can occur through direct acts such as verbal...
The topic explores how exposure to positive representations of queer identities in literature, film, and media can impact the self-concept, hope, and life satisfaction of lesbian, gay, bisexual,...
Romantic attachment refers to the emotional bond between individuals that is characterized by strong feelings of affection, commitment, and closeness towards one another. This attachment can take...
Sexual harmony is an important aspect of a healthy relationship that can buffer against relational stress and enhance emotional regulation and life satisfaction. It involves mutual respect, trust,...
The ability to become more self-sufficient, confident, and competent is critical for teenagers' development into well-rounded individuals. This capacity is known as "agency." It enables them to make...
Same-sex partnerships
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Acknowledgements
Thank you to all the participants who generously shared their experiences with me, without whom this research would not have been possible. I also thank my supervisor Dr. X for...