The term "bisexual" refers to an individual who experiences romantic and/or sexual attraction to people of multiple genders, but not necessarily simultaneously or equally. Research has indicated that...
Which psychosocial factors most influence the consolidation and development of lesbian identity during adolescence and adulthood?
The question of how one's sexual orientation is shaped and formed...
LGBT adolescents are often subject to social stigma for their gender identity or sexual orientation, which can lead them to feel isolated and alienated from their peers and communities. This may make...
The term "internalized homophobia" refers to the negative attitudes towards oneself for being gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, intersex, or asexual (LGBTQIA+), resulting from...
Philosophical Frameworks of Identity and Authenticity: Supporting Transgender Individuals
How do philosophers define identity and authenticity? What role does personal belief play in shaping one's...
The experience of being lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or queer (LGBT) is shaped by various social and cultural factors that influence how individuals perceive and navigate their gender...
Same-sex couples face unique challenges when it comes to navigating parenthood, relational roles, and social acceptance within diverse cultural, legal, and institutional frameworks. Despite some...
When it comes to discussing one's sexual orientation with their parents, there is no one-size-fits-all approach that works for every family.
When an adolescent feels comfortable enough to disclose...
The role of social modeling in shaping the coming-out process among lesbian adolescents in unsupportive environments is an important one that can have significant impact on their mental health and...
Queer believers are those who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and intersex people. They may also be part of religious communities that frown upon their orientation or...