Queer communities around the world have been using digital platforms for identity formation, activism, and transnational community building since the early days of social media. These platforms offer...
LGBT individuals are those who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender. In non-affirming religious environments, they face unique challenges in expressing their true selves and...
The question posed is whether divine wholeness can be achieved without the inclusion of queerness. It is important to define what we mean by "divine" and "queer," as they are terms that have been...
LGBTQ Persons and Religious Beliefs Rejected or Modified
What are the emotional consequences of rejecting or modifying religious beliefs for LGBTQ persons? This is a question that has been debated...
Bisexual adolescents have to face many cognitive and emotional challenges when they start exploring their sexual identities. These challenges are related to the way they deal with their own desires,...
One of the most important aspects for LGBT individuals is their identity, which encompasses their sense of self-worth, belonging, dignity, and personal growth. In non-affirming faith contexts, this...
LGBTQ+ individuals often experience tensions between their desire to be true to themselves and their need for acceptance from others. This struggle can manifest in many ways, including through...
How do LGBT individuals experience social support differently in conservative versus progressive faith communities?
The relationship between LGBT individuals and their religious communities is...
The relationship between family support and psychological well-being is an intriguing and complex one, as families can play a crucial role in shaping individuals' mental health outcomes. On the one...
The idea of "holy" is closely tied to human sexuality in many religions. From Hindu deities' erotic poses to Christian teachings about procreation, from Islamic rules on marriages to Buddhist...