Therapy involves helping people deal with their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. One common problem that many people experience is feeling "numb" or disconnected from their emotions. This can make...
It is common for many individuals to experience feelings of isolation and loneliness even after having had sexually gratifying experiences without an accompanying emotional connection. This...
The experience of sexual violence can have profound effects on a survivor's sense of self and trust in society, making it difficult for them to participate in community activism or social justice...
Moral identity refers to an individual's belief system and value set that informs their decision-making process. When a person experiences sexual violence, it can significantly impact their moral...
The article is intended to explore the emotional significance of forgiveness for survivors of conversion therapy or religious condemnation regarding their sexual orientation or gender identity. It...
How does participation in queer creative expression—art, film, performance—serve as a bridge between trauma recovery and identity affirmation?
Queer creative expression is any activity...
I will explore how unresolved trauma can manifest in individuals' romantic lives in various ways. One such way is through subtle, nonverbal sexual behavior. This type of behavior can take many forms,...
What is it like to live through physical, emotional, or mental abuse that causes lasting trauma? Survivors may experience feelings of anxiety, depression, PTSD, shame, guilt, fear, low self-esteem,...
The article is about how psychosomatic responses can be used to identify hidden traumas or emotional detachment that may affect one's ability to have healthy sexual experiences. Psychosomatic...
Survivors of abuse often experience significant trauma that can have lasting effects on their mental health, wellbeing, and ability to form meaningful relationships. One common effect is the...