The process of transformation from negative emotions to positive ones can be difficult but possible for LGBT individuals. Shame, rejection, and marginalization are common experiences that these...
Hope is an important aspect of queer existential and ethical life that can be cultivated through intentional practices such as gratitude, mindfulness, self-compassion, and social connection....
Religious communities have been shown to have a significant impact on the mental health of individuals from marginalized groups such as the LGBT community. In particular, research has demonstrated...
Theology is an academic discipline focused on studying religious texts and practices to find meaning, purpose, and value within them. It can include topics such as philosophy, history, ethics,...
One common experience among people is falling in love and breaking up with a partner. This can be especially difficult for sexual minorities who may face stigma, discrimination, and lack of social...
The concept of shame is often used to describe negative feelings of guilt, self-doubt, and humiliation that arise from perceived shortcomings or failures. It can also refer to an external imposition...
The question posed is how does the experience of exclusion from religious communities influence self-compassion in LGBTQ individuals. Self-compassion refers to the ability to be kind and...
Hidden identity stressors refer to situations where an individual experiences discrimination, prejudice, or rejection due to their sexual orientation, gender identity, race, ethnicity, or religion....
Survivors of conversion therapy face many challenges when it comes to their identity, including confusion about who they are and how they fit into the world around them. They may struggle to...
What cognitive and emotional mechanisms support recovery from religious trauma for LGBT individuals?
The cognitive mechanism that supports recovery from religious trauma for LGBT individuals is...