The experience of being rejected by one's parents is a painful one for everyone.
For individuals who are also members of the LGBT community, the rejection can be compounded by additional layers of...
The rejection of LGBT youth by their parents can be incredibly damaging to their emotional well-being. Many LGBTQ+ individuals experience feelings of isolation, shame, depression, anxiety, and even...
The psychological impact of parental rejection is significant for any child, but it can be especially damaging to LGBTQ adolescents who already face challenges related to their gender identity or...
There has been an increase in research exploring how early childhood experiences of rejection from parents can shape later romantic relationships. This is particularly true for members of the...
There has been an increase in research on the effects of childhood experiences on psychological development. One area that has received much attention is the impact of parental rejection and...
How do experiences of parental rejection affect romantic attachment, trust, and intimacy in LGBTQ adults? This article will explore how negative family responses to LGBTQ identity can impact...
When it comes to accepting an LGBT child, parents often struggle with their religious beliefs and may reject them due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. This can lead to significant...
Parental Rejection and Acceptance
The development of an individual's lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, asexual, pansexual, nonbinary, agender, or genderfluid...
When parents reject their children, it can lead to lasting psychological effects that manifest in various ways throughout adulthood. One such effect is the development of an adult identity that is...
Siblings are one of the most important influences on children's development, and they can provide a unique type of support that helps children navigate difficult situations. One such situation is...