Queerness is often associated with freedom and nonconformity to societal norms, but it also comes with its own set of pressures that can be difficult to navigate. In this essay, I will explore how...
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: Queerness and the pressure to conform to societal expectations in relationships
How does someone who is lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, nonbinary, intersex, asexual, etcetera, cope with being themselves secretly in an environment where they fear they will be judged,...
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: Coping mechanisms for lgbtq+ individuals under pressure to conceal their identity
As human beings, we all have a natural desire for connection, community, and belongingness.
This need can often conflict with societal expectations and norms, particularly when it comes to matters...
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: Queer mental health challenges: the effects of religious and cultural pressure on identity development
Can queer family structures become a laboratory for new ethical forms of caregiving and belonging?
The answer to this question is both yes and no, depending on one's perspective and understanding...
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: Can queer family structures become laboratories for new ethical forms of caregiving and belonging?
How do historical patterns of queer resistance inform contemporary LGBTQ strategies for social change and political advocacy?
Historically, queer individuals have always been subject to oppression...
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: How historical patterns of queer resistance inform contemporary lgbtq strategies for social change & political advocacy
Queerness is often defined as an identity that challenges normative gender and sexual roles, but it also provides insights into the universality of human struggle for meaning and selfhood. By...
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: Exploring the intersectionality of gender, sexuality, and identity through the lens of queerness
Is it possible that queer people's struggles to find their place in society can help others understand themselves better? It is an interesting question to consider. On the one hand, it seems like...
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: Queer people & identity: the importance of understanding them for everyone