Introduction to Mourning Rituals
Mourning is an important part of any community, including the LGBT community. It can be a time for reflection and healing after the loss of a loved one or...
How does rural social context shape queer identity formation, internalized stigma, and strategies for resilience, and what ethical responsibilities emerge for surrounding communities?
In today's...
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...
The internet has made it easier than ever to find resources that validate one's gender identity, but at what cost? Digital platforms like Reddit, Tumblr, and Instagram have become hotspots for...
What is forced conversion therapy?
Forced conversion therapy refers to any practice that attempts to change an individual's sexual orientation or gender identity through coercion, persuasion, or...
LGBTQ individuals experience considerable stress due to social pressure from religion-based norms. While some are open about their sexual orientation, others hide it for fear of rejection or judgment...
Gender identity is defined as an individual's innermost sense of self as male, female, transgender, or nonbinary, irrespective of biological sex, social roles, or physical appearance. Cultural gender...
The term “LGBTQ” stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning. It is used to refer to people who identify with these terms or have experienced discrimination based on their...
What are the psychological effects of leading a double life in heteronormative contexts? How can authenticity and resilience be cultivated?
Living a double life is a difficult experience for those...
Systemic forms of heteronormativity are deeply embedded into society's norms, values, institutions, and laws. They create an environment wherein people who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual,...