There has been an increased interest in studying the factors that influence adolescents' readiness to disclose their sexual orientation. One such factor is education, which can play a crucial role in...
Social isolation is a common problem that affects many people, but it may be especially prevalent among sexual minorities due to various reasons such as discrimination and stigma. This issue has been...
The purpose of this article is to examine how psychological resilience can be facilitated for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth who have experienced...
Mental Health and Marginalization
The term “marginalization” refers to the process of being excluded from mainstream society due to one's identity, beliefs, or background. This can have...
Burnout and secondary trauma are serious issues that affect many people who work in LGBT advocacy. Burnout is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by prolonged exposure to...
How are sustainable and fulfilling romantic relationships developed in sexual minority populations, and what social factors are critical?
Sexual minorities face unique challenges in forming and...
LGBT youth often have to deal with unique challenges when it comes to their identity and sexual orientation, including feeling marginalized and misunderstood by society. While many individuals are...
Children and adolescents who identify themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, or questioning (LGBTQ) often face rejection from peers and family members alike, which can have...
The negotiation of LGBTQ+ identities can be challenging for young people navigating school environments where their identities may not be fully understood or accepted. This is especially true when...
LGBTQ individuals face unique challenges related to their sexual orientation and gender identity that can impact their emotional well-being and social engagement. This article explores how internal...