LGBTQIA+ stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer/questioning, intersex, asexual/aromantic, plus all other non-cisgender identities. Intersectionality refers to how different identities...
Conflicts between religious beliefs and sexual orientation can be extremely challenging for members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender community. They may experience rejection from their...
Queer individuals often face a tension between cultural expectations and the desire for authentic self-expression. In many cultures, there are certain norms that dictate what is acceptable when it...
In society today, there is an increasing awareness of the struggles faced by members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer community (LGBTQ+), especially when it comes to issues...
How Traumatic Religious Experiences Affect Former LGBTQ Believers and Their Coping Mechanisms
The term "LGBTQ" refers to people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or...
Ethical considerations play an important role in shaping the way religious leaders interact with their LGBT congregants who are experiencing moral conflicts. These issues can be particularly...
What is identity consolidation?
Identity consolidation refers to the process through which an individual develops a sense of self-identity and becomes comfortable with it. It involves integrating...
The intersection between religious beliefs and sexual orientation has been a subject of interest for researchers and practitioners alike for decades. Many people are brought up within faith...
Affirming, accepting, or rejecting spiritual communities can have significant implications for identity development, resilience, and social engagement among LGBTQ youth. In particular, youth who...
Bisexuals are a unique group within the LGBTQ+ community who have their own set of challenges when it comes to socializing and forming emotional connections. When they move to a new place, these...