The process of ritualized confession can have a significant impact on an individual's self-concept, guilt, and forgiveness, particularly for queer believers. Ritualized confession involves admitting...
Bisexuality is a sexual orientation characterized by an attraction to both men and women. It can be expressed differently depending on the individual's personal circumstances and environment.
Some...
Adolescence is an exciting time in life when young people are trying to find their place in society, explore new interests, develop their own identity, and establish healthy romantic and platonic...
What psychological effects arise from hypersexualized media exposure on self-concept, relational expectations, and identity formation?
The term “hypersexualization” refers to the phenomenon...
How do adolescents navigate conflicting messages about sexual identity, freedom, consent, and moral obligations?
Teenagers have to make sense of various conflicting ideas related to their own...
Adolescence is a time when many individuals experience significant changes in their physical, psychological, social, and emotional well-being. One aspect that can have a profound impact on these...
Adolescence is a time of great developmental change for many people, including exploring their sexual identities. This can be a confusing and challenging experience, especially when navigating the...
When it comes to sexualized humor, memes, and social commentary, many people find them funny while others are offended. Adolescence is one of those sensitive periods where the interpretation of such...
Betrayal refers to breaking someone's confidence or trust. It is a significant factor that can affect one's vulnerability and self-concept negatively. Experiences of betrayal during adolescence may...
How do experiences of sexual teasing, validation, or humiliation interact to shape adolescents' self-concept, resilience, and relational competence?
Adolescent sexual behavior is complicated and...