A research study conducted by Dr. James Smith and published in the Journal of Human Psychology in 2019 examined the impact of living a double life on LGBTQ+ individuals' mental health and wellbeing....
What is stigma and discrimination?
Stigma is defined as an undesirable attribute that has negative connotations in society. It refers to the way people think about something and react towards it....
Psychological Costs of Conforming to Societal Norms
Society often imposes strict rules about how people should dress, behave, think, and feel. These norms can be detrimental because they restrict...
There is growing evidence that suggests that negative social interactions can have significant impacts on an individual's mental health, including increased levels of stress, anxiety, and feelings of...
Exposure to both subtle and overt discrimination can have significant effects on physical and mental health outcomes. Subtle forms of discrimination are more common than overt ones, making them...
The current study aimed to explore the relationship between restrictive antigay policies and their impact on mental health outcomes among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender individuals (LGBT) living...
What psychological costs arise from concealing bisexual identity in professional environments?
Bisexual people often feel pressured to keep their identity private in order to avoid discrimination,...
Rivalry can be defined as an intense feeling of dislike or competition against another person, group, or organization that one perceives to be threatening their status, position, or achievements....
Exposure to Progressive Ideologies
Progressive ideology is based on the idea that individuals have the right to make their own choices about personal matters without any interference from external...
As humans, we all have a sense of identity that shapes who we are and how we relate to others. For some individuals, their sexual orientation is an important part of this identity.
Many people...