The idea that all people are either heterosexual or homosexual has been a dominant cultural belief for many years.
Recent research suggests that this is not entirely true. According to a study...
The term "queer" refers to people who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or intersex (LGBTI), among others. Social stigma can lead to negative consequences for these...
Sin is an abstract concept often associated with immoral behavior that has religious connotations. It implies that certain actions are morally wrong and should be avoided because they violate divine...
The term "internalized stigma" refers to the process whereby members of a marginalized group come to believe negative societal stereotypes about their identity and incorporate them into their own...
Intersectionality is an important concept that describes how multiple forms of discrimination can intersect to create greater disadvantages for individuals from marginalized groups.
A bisexual...
Long-Term Mental Health Effects of Transphobia and Discrimination
Transgender individuals are often subject to stigma and discrimination that can have long-term consequences for their mental...
Moral Philosophy Addresses Stigma, Marginalization, and Internalized Oppression
The study of moral philosophy is concerned with determining what constitutes right and wrong behavior, based on...
Narratives of sin and punishment can have a significant impact on mental health outcomes, particularly when they are intertwined with societal stigma. These narratives suggest that certain actions or...
Religious Beliefs Intersect with Internalized Stigma to Affect Self-Acceptance in LGBTQ+ Individuals
How do religious beliefs intersect with internalized stigma to affect self-acceptance in LGBTQ+...
Bisexual morality is often described as an internalized conflict between homosexual and heterosexual norms that leads to feelings of shame and guilt. This view has been criticized as being too...