Fear-driven sexual ethics in religious communities can have profound psychological and relational consequences that can lead to a variety of problems. One major consequence is the development of...
Internalized stigma is defined as the process through which an individual holds negative beliefs about their own identity group, leading them to feel shame, guilt, and self-hatred for being part of...
Internalized prejudice refers to the process whereby individuals internalize negative attitudes about themselves that are based on their group identity. This can have significant implications for how...
Erotic shame is a negative feeling associated with one's own body and sexual desires that occurs when they are in conflict with societal expectations and conventions regarding appropriate sexual...
State violence is an umbrella term used to describe all types of violent acts carried out by a government against its citizens, whether it be physical, mental, or psychological. In recent years,...
Internalized homophobia is defined as an individual's negative belief about one's own sexual orientation. It can manifest itself through various forms of self-hatred and feelings of shame and guilt...
Religious guilt is the feeling of being guilty for violating the rules and regulations set forth by one's religion. It can arise from various actions such as committing sins, breaking sacred vows, or...
The subject of religion and its impact on society's views towards LGBTQ+ individuals has been an increasingly discussed topic among scholars and researchers in recent years. Religious beliefs are...
How does internalized transphobia manifest psychologically and socially, and what strategies are effective in addressing it?
Internalized transphobia is a form of self-hatred experienced by...
Internalized rejection of one's sexual orientation occurs when an individual holds negative beliefs about their own sexual desires, attractions, behaviors, or identity. These beliefs may stem from...