How do experiences of spiritual guilt or religiously induced shame affect emotional regulation and self-perception?
Emotional regulation refers to the process of managing and controlling one's own...
The word 'shame' comes from Old English sceam, which means 'to cover up, hide'. It is a negative feeling about oneself that one experiences due to a perceived shortcoming. In many religions, people...
In some religions, homosexuality is considered sinful, while others allow for same-sex relationships but forbid same-sex marriage.
Many religious groups believe that gender is determined solely by...
Communal Support
The term "communal support" refers to the social and emotional support that individuals receive from their communities. This can take many forms, such as religious groups,...
A study conducted among LGBT believers revealed that spiritual guilt is one of their major concerns. Spiritual guilt occurs when individuals feel that they have committed moral wrongdoing against God...
Spiritual guilt is an emotional reaction to perceived transgressions against religious beliefs, which can affect mental health in various ways. Many queer people experience this due to cultural and...