Sexuality is often viewed as an aspect of human life that exists separately from other aspects such as spirituality and narrative identity.
It has been found through research that these three...
Discrimination against lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer people can have significant effects on their identities and mental health. Repeated exposure to negative attitudes and...
Internalized stigma refers to the process through which individuals internalize negative attitudes about themselves based on their identities, experiences, traits, behaviors, or characteristics. This...
Discrimination against people based on their race, gender, religion, sexual orientation, or identity can have severe and long-lasting consequences for their mental health, interpersonal...
Families are often the first line of support for individuals when they face difficulties such as mental health issues.
Familial rejection, societal discrimination, and internalized stigma can all...
The idea that pleasure can be divine comes from religious traditions such as Tantra, Kundalini Yoga, and Shamanism. These practices recognize the body's natural sensual responses to touch and taste...
Emotional resilience refers to an individual's ability to cope with difficult situations without compromising their mental health and wellbeing. It entails recognizing and managing one's feelings...
How does participation in affirming religious communities influence coping strategies, resilience, and well-being?
Religion is a powerful force that shapes individuals' worldviews, values, and...
The concept of gender identity is an essential aspect of human existence that has been widely explored in various fields such as psychology, sociology, and anthropology. It involves how individuals...
The phenomenon known as "internalized stigma" refers to when individuals negatively evaluate their own identities or characteristics, due to social attitudes towards them. This can be especially...