LGBT activism involves working towards the social and political equality of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer individuals. It is important for LGBT activists to stay motivated and...
How does rural social context shape queer identity formation, internalized stigma, and strategies for resilience, and what ethical responsibilities emerge for surrounding communities?
In today's...
Social isolation is a common issue among many people around the world, but it can be particularly difficult for those who identify as queer. Queer individuals often face discrimination and...
The process of publicly revealing one's same-sex attraction, gender identity, or non-binary gender status is known as "coming-out". Coming-out is often associated with increased mental health issues...
Coming Out
Coming out is an act that involves disclosing one's sexual orientation or gender identity to others, whether it be family, friends, acquaintances, coworkers, or the general public. It...
As society becomes more accepting of diverse gender identities, it is important to understand the unique experiences of non-binary adolescents and their struggles with identity formation. While...
The persecution of LGBTQ individuals has been an issue for many years and continues to be a problem today. Politics, society, and technology have all played their part in this struggle. Political...
There has been increased attention to the experiences of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, plus (LGBTQ+) individuals and their role in society.
Despite some progress toward inclusion and...
There has been an increase in the visibility of LGBTQ+ individuals within society. This increased visibility has led to more people feeling comfortable coming out publicly about their...
Social Discrimination and Marginalization can have negative effects on the self-esteem, resilience, and social agency of individuals within the LGBTQ community. These terms are often used...