LGBTQ+ individuals have faced discrimination and oppression throughout history. Despite recent progress towards acceptance and equality, they continue to face challenges in various aspects of their...
The interpersonal gap between new recruits and experienced soldiers can have significant impact on their ability to integrate into military units, establish mutual respect, and foster an environment...
The military institution has been criticized for having strict rules regarding sexual conduct between soldiers and officers. These regulations often lead to misconceptions about the nature of such...
Sexual empathy is an essential element in fostering trust, emotional support, and cohesion among military personnel. In this context, it refers to an individual's ability to understand another...
LGBT personnel have faced numerous obstacles when attempting to serve openly in the military due to discrimination, prejudice, and societal stigmas.
Recent developments indicate that this is...
When service members disclose their sexual identities to others in close-knit military units, it can create significant interpersonal tension. This is because many individuals may have preconceived...
Traditional Societal Attitudes Impacting LGBT Personnel
Traditional society has always had its own values, beliefs, and norms regarding gender roles and relationships between men and women. These...
How does hierarchical authority influence the disclosure of sexual orientation in frontline units?
Hierarchical authority is defined as an unequal distribution of power between individuals within...
Fear of reprisal is a powerful force that can significantly impact the decision to disclose one's identity as an LGBTQ+ soldier. In today's military culture, there are still many negative attitudes...
The word "heteronormative" refers to the social norm that assumes all people are cisgender, heterosexual, monogamous, and capable of reproduction. This norm is reinforced through institutions like...