The experience of marginalization is a common one for many individuals who identify as part of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex (LGBTQ) community. Marginalization...
In the contemporary world, many individuals identify themselves as members of non-heterosexual communities such as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer. While some are born this way, others...
Overview of the research question
The present study aimed to investigate the strategies used by bisexual individuals to maintain relational satisfaction, self-compassion, and identity coherence in...
Queer self-acceptance is an important aspect of mental health for people who identify as LGBTQ+. It involves accepting oneself as a unique individual with a specific set of characteristics that may...
Fear-driven intimacy is an experience of being dependent on another person's emotional needs for validation and security. It is marked by low self-esteem, anxiety about rejection, and a lack of...
LGBT people often face rejection, discrimination, and exclusion from family, friends, workplace, community, society, and even religion due to their identity. In particular, they are often rejected by...
The ability to navigate through life's difficulties is often influenced by an individual's internal dialogue, which can be characterized by self-condemnation or self-compassion. After experiencing...
The study of the intersection between religion, spirituality, and sexuality is an important area of research that has received increased attention in recent years. For many individuals who identify...
In today's world, where social marginalization is a common phenomenon, it is essential to understand how individuals can cultivate emotional freedom despite being socially excluded. Emotional freedom...
Internalized stigma is a common experience for individuals who have been marginalized due to their identities, beliefs, or behaviors. It can manifest as feelings of shame, guilt, embarrassment,...