When it comes to forming intimate connections within queer spaces, gay individuals have unique challenges navigating the boundaries between their eroticized bodies and emotional selves. This can be...
Bullying and exclusion are common experiences for many LGBT students in educational settings around the world. This can have serious psychological consequences that affect their academic performance,...
LGBTQ+ refugees face unique traumas that are often compounded by their identities as both queer individuals and those who have fled their homes due to persecution or violence. These traumatic...
Gender identity is the perception of one's own gender, which may be consistent or inconsistent with biological sex assigned at birth. Male-dominated or heteronormative units are social environments...
LGBTQ+ people face many challenges when it comes to their sexual orientation within institutional or military contexts. These individuals may have difficulty finding support from co-workers or peers...
Partners in military LGBT relationships face unique challenges in navigating acceptance and understanding in high-risk contexts. While the military has made significant progress in recognizing and...
There are numerous reasons why people may choose to hide their sexual orientation or gender identity from others, including fear of judgement and rejection. This can be particularly true when it...
Sexual coercion is defined as nonconsensual sexual activity that occurs when someone uses physical force, threats, manipulation, or emotional pressure to persuade another person to participate in...
What are the strategies that help members of the LGBT community maintain trust, intimacy, and cohesion when they must conceal their identities for safety reasons?
Strategies for Maintaining Trust,...
The term "unit culture" refers to the shared values, beliefs, norms, and behaviors that characterize a particular group or organization within an institution. These cultural attributes can have a...