The purpose of this study is to examine how the presence of supportive peers influences the willingness of LGBT personnel to disclose their sexual orientation. This paper will explore the effects...
Adolescent years are characterized by many changes, including physical, emotional, and cognitive development that can cause a range of feelings and experiences. One significant aspect of this...
Inclusive religious communities have become increasingly more common in recent years, and their effects on LGBTQ individuals are still being studied extensively. Research has shown that belonging to...
Online sexual communities, forums, and social media platforms have become increasingly popular among adolescents, who explore their sexual identities and fantasies through these digital spaces. These...
Facilitators of Queer Identity Acceptance and Exploration
Societal norms that condemn non-heterosexual behavior can result in adverse effects such as fear, shame, self-loathing, low self-esteem,...
Adolescence is an important stage of human development characterized by physical, mental, emotional, and social changes that prepare individuals for adulthood. It is also a time when people are more...
In this essay, I will explore how peer dynamics can influence the formation of identity and self-acceptance among lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) adolescents....
Peer Approval and LGBT Adolescent Identity Resilience
The concept of identity is a central component of human existence. It shapes who we are, how others see us, and how we interact with the world...
In today's society, it is no surprise that teenagers are constantly exposed to various aspects of sexuality, whether through television shows, movies, music lyrics, social media, magazines, etc....
After experiencing negative sexual encounters or being rejected by a romantic partner, it is possible to restore sexual confidence. This article will explain how individuals can reclaim their sexual...