Coping Mechanisms for Marginalized Adolescents
LGBT adolescents face numerous challenges that can lead to mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. Many factors...
Social isolation refers to the state of being disconnected from others, whether it be physically or emotionally, due to lack of social interaction. It can be voluntary, such as when an individual...
LGBTQ+ children may face a variety of challenges when their parents reject them for their gender identity or sexual orientation. This can lead to several short-term consequences, including anxiety,...
In the United States, nearly one million veterans suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) due to their combat experiences during active duty. This condition can manifest as flashbacks,...
The medical profession is one that requires its practitioners to be knowledgeable about the many facets of human anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, pharmacology, and therapeutics. In order for...
Parental rejection can have severe psychological effects on an individual's life trajectory, especially during adolescence. It may result in feelings of isolation, low self-esteem, and depression,...
The topic of chronic social exclusion experienced by members of the LGBTQ community is an important one that requires further examination. As researchers have noted, social isolation can have serious...
Religiously Motivated Rejection of Children
A common form of parental rejection is when parents reject their child because they believe that their child's sexual orientation, gender identity, or...
How does internalized denial of sexual orientation influence mental health, social engagement, and personal relationships, and how can interventions address this?
Internalized homophobia is a term...
There is growing research evidence that shows the detrimental impact of parental rejection due to their child's LGBT identity. Studies have shown that parental rejection can lead to increased risk...