In Queer Temporality, sociologist Lauren Berlant argues that time is experienced differently for those who do not fit into mainstream expectations about gender and sexuality. She defines queer...
Queer relationships are those between people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBTQ+), which can involve multiple genders and sexual orientations. Queer couples may be...
The concept of "stigma" refers to a negative social reaction towards an individual or group based on their perceived differences from the norm. In many traditional societies, this negative reaction...
In the queer community, there is much debate about how patterns of attachment evolve in relationships that are threatened by external social forces. Queer couples face unique challenges due to...
Queer individuals face unique challenges when it comes to navigating relationships and expressing their emotions, particularly in a world that often judges them for their sexual orientation. This can...
There has been growing awareness and acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community, leading to increasing efforts towards greater representation and inclusion. This shift towards radical inclusion is crucial...
Can intimacy be radical when practiced outside traditional family structures?
Intimacy is an essential part of human life and can take many forms, from platonic to sexual. In today's society, it...
Sexual power dynamics are often discussed from a heteronormative perspective. As such, most research focuses on how to achieve or maintain a traditional balance between dominant and submissive roles...