As a queer individual, navigating faith-based rejection can be challenging. Faith communities often have rigid belief systems that reject LGBTQ+ identities, leading to exclusion, ostracization, and...
As an LGBTQ individual, one faces various forms of discrimination and biases from society, family, and even oneself. Internalized homophobia and transphobia can be debilitating and affect one's...
Social marginalization refers to the process of being excluded from societal participation due to one's physical, mental, or social characteristics. Repeated social marginalization can have negative...
What is the relationship between perceived workplace inclusion, experiences of discrimination, and psychological outcomes for queer adults?
The term "queer" refers to individuals who identify as...
There has been increasing attention paid to understanding how members of the LGBT community experience trauma related to their identities, particularly regarding mental health outcomes. This article...
In order to heal from past trauma, religious or non-religious people may seek the help of therapists or counselors who can provide them with guidance and support.
This process can be even more...
Emotional repression refers to suppressing one's true feelings and emotions in response to external or internal pressures. This can be due to cultural norms, social expectations, trauma, abuse, or...
Relational and Emotional Competence
Relational and emotional competence are two important aspects that play a significant role in shaping an individual's social interactions and relationships....
The effect of religiously conservative environments on the mental health outcomes of LGBT adolescents has been a subject of much research and debate in recent years. In such settings, individuals who...
Queer people have experienced historical trauma from discrimination and oppression based on their identity. This has led to increased rates of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, PTSD,...