The question of what exactly constitutes "symbolic violence" is an important one when it comes to discussing its potential effects on individuals' mental health. Generally speaking, symbolic violence...
Love is a powerful force that can have profound effects on an individual's mental and physical health. For lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals, romantic partnerships offer a...
There has been an increasing recognition that discrimination can have a profound negative impact on mental health outcomes among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals.
Research...
During their daily lives, people are confronted with various challenges that can disrupt the equilibrium they have established within themselves. Among these, some have to deal with an identity...
Chronic identity concealment is the repeated, intentional, and persistent denial of one's own identity to others, such as hiding one's sexual orientation, gender expression, or race/ethnicity. It can...
Intersectionality refers to the way social identities intersect with one another to shape an individual's experience of oppression and marginalization. For LGBTQ+ individuals, this can include...
Moral Philosophy and Emotional Reality
Moral philosophy addresses how humans ought to behave in society. Systemic rejection is when a person is consistently denied access to an opportunity due to...
Minority stress is a psychological phenomenon that occurs when an individual belonging to a marginalized group experiences negative reactions from people who are dominant in society due to their...
How does partner responsiveness to stress affect psychological well-being in gay couples?
Same-sex partnerships are becoming increasingly popular among LGBTQ+ people. These unions have unique...
Love is often understood as a deeply personal experience that has the power to transform an individual's life.
Love can also have a broader impact beyond just one person, as it has the potential...