Many people identify themselves with their gender and sexuality through early adolescence, while others may discover it later in life. This can create a sense of conflict when their environment does...
What are the cognitive and emotional challenges that arise when an individual comes out as LGBTQ+?
When an individual comes out to friends, family, colleagues, or acquaintances about their LGBTQ+...
Fear of familial rejection is a common experience for many LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly those who come from conservative or religious backgrounds. This fear can have significant implications for...
When it comes to accepting an LGBT child, parents often struggle with their religious beliefs and may reject them due to their sexual orientation or gender identity. This can lead to significant...
Same-sex couples face numerous challenges in their daily lives due to societal prejudices against homosexuality. In many communities worldwide, homosexuality is still regarded as taboo and condemned...
As a society, we have made significant progress towards accepting diversity and recognizing the rights of marginalized groups.
There is still much work to be done regarding compound discrimination...
There has been growing attention to the positive role that close connections with friends and communities play in supporting individuals experiencing family rejection due to their gender identity or...
Alternative Moral Structures of Care and Reciprocity in Chosen Families
Chosen families are groups of individuals who form deep bonds based on shared values, beliefs, goals, and support systems...
Mutual aid networks have emerged as an important part of the social fabric of many LGBTQ+ communities around the world. These networks provide support, resources, and community to individuals who may...
The phrase “minority stress” refers to the unique set of psychological challenges faced by members of marginalized communities, including lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning...