In many traditional societies around the world, individuals who identify as non-binary are often excluded from mainstream cultural and religious institutions due to their unique gender identity. This...
Living in secrecy can have significant impacts on an individual's mental health. When someone is forced to hide their true self from others, they may feel isolated, alone, and misunderstood. This can...
To what extent does participation in digital communities support identity exploration, validation, and sexual expression?
Let's define the terms "digital community" and "identity". A digital...
In modern society, it is increasingly common for individuals to hide their true sexual or gender identities from others due to social stigma or legal restrictions. This can have significant negative...
Living a double life involves concealing one's true identity and presenting another persona to the outside world for various reasons such as job security, social acceptance, or personal safety. While...
Rejecting or Accepting LGBT Family Members: Consequences Across Generations
The impact of familial rejection or acceptance can have far-reaching effects on the individual's development, social...
How Digital Avatars Function as Tools for Exploring Fluid Gender Identities
Digital avatars are becoming increasingly popular tools for exploring fluid, multiple, or non-binary gender identities,...
The stigma and marginalization of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people has been an issue that has persisted for centuries. Historically, LGBTQ individuals have faced...
The traditional family structure has typically consisted of a man, woman, and their children.
With changing social norms, the definition of family has expanded to include non-traditional...
As humans, adolescents are developing rapidly in their physical appearance and sexual development, which can be influenced by their peer groups and media exposure to explicit sexual materials such as...