Social, Familial, and Educational Contexts for Queer Youth Self-Esteem and Identity Resilience
The development of self-esteem and identity resilience is critical for young people, but it can be...
The word "queer" refers to people who identify themselves outside of traditional gender roles and/or sexual identities. For many years, queer individuals have faced discrimination due to their...
Queer youth is a term used to refer to individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning their gender identity. With the rise of social media platforms such as Facebook,...
What psychological mechanisms underpin dependence on recognition among queer youth, and how might changing social norms or technologies shift those mechanisms in decades to come?
Queer youth are...
Queer youth face unique challenges when it comes to negotiating their sexual and gender identities within societal norms that often marginalize them. This is especially true for those who come from...
Psychological Vulnerabilities Contributing to Self-Destructive Behaviors in Queer Youth
The term "queer" refers to individuals who identify with non-traditional gender identities or sexual...
What is identity formation?
Identity formation refers to the process of developing a sense of self that includes an individual's personality traits, values, beliefs, aspirations, and goals. This...
Bullying is an undesirable activity that happens when one person or group harasses another through physical violence, verbal abuse, threatening behavior, or exclusion from social groups. It can be...
Family secrecy about LGBTQ identities can have significant effects on adolescents' mental health and well-being, particularly their ability to cope with stress. When parents or guardians fail to...
Queer youth is often marginalized and excluded from mainstream society due to their non-conforming gender identities and sexual orientations. They face discrimination and stigma that makes them feel...