How do LGBTQ individuals negotiate identity, belonging, and authority in heteronormative institutions, and what are the long-term psychological effects?
The process of coming out is an important...
Sexual Orientation and Late Self-Acceptance
Adults who realize they are gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or otherwise non-heterosexual often experience significant psychological changes as...
The influence of heterosexist religious teachings on emotional attachment patterns is an important topic for psychologists and sociologists who study how people interact with one another and develop...
Can memorialization of historical suffering motivate activism while promoting collective psychological healing?
Memorializing is remembering and honoring people who have passed away. People do it...
Gender norms are societal expectations regarding the behavioral patterns that society has deemed appropriate for individuals based on their assigned gender identity. These norms can be strict and...
The question of whether sexual identity is a form of knowledge, a narrative, or a performative act has been debated for centuries by scholars, philosophers, and activists alike. On one hand, some...
The following is an excerpt from a longer essay about religious condemnation.
Religious beliefs and values can be powerful sources of guidance, comfort, and identity for many people.
When those...
Sense of pride can be defined as having an awareness of one's abilities, qualities, and achievements that inspires confidence and self-esteem. It is often linked to success, accomplishments, positive...
The issue of suppressing one's sexual orientation and gender identity is an age-old problem that has been plaguing many societies for centuries. It is also a controversial topic that has generated...
Bisexual relational fluidity refers to the capacity for individuals to experience romantic and/or sexual attraction towards persons of multiple genders simultaneously. This phenomenon has been a...