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Dec 22, 2021 · 12 LGBTQ+ Good News Stories. While it's true that the LGBTQ+ community still faces injustice, discrimination, and inequality both in the U.S. and around the world — 2021 was filled with moments of hope and progress, too. Countries like Angola, Switzerland, and Chile passed marriage equality laws.
This article explores gay and bisexual male adolescents’ positive perceptions of their sexual orientation identity. In-depth qualitative interviews were conducted with an ethnically diverse sample of 63 gay/bisexual male adolescents in Chicago (N=42) and Miami (N=21).
- Gary W. Harper, Asya Brodsky, Douglas Bruce
- 2012
Jun 4, 2024 · 50 Affirmations for Queer People That Uplift the LGBTQ+ Community, Featuring Illustrator and Author Jess Vosseteig. These affirmations are great for both queer people and allies. Alani Vargas....
Gay-friendly or LGBT-friendly places, policies, people, or institutions are those that are open and welcoming to gay or LGBT people. They typically aim to create an environment that is supportive, respectful, and non-judgmental towards the LGBT community.
RankCountryTotalAnti-discrimination Legislation1123112211221123- Assurances. For queer partners, the biggest predictor of positive relationship outcomes is assurances. Assurances are comforting words and supportive actions that partners can use to remind each other of their commitment and dedication to their relationship.
- Shared Networks. Interactions with family, friends, and mutual associates are an important part of relationship health. Specifically, when queer partners spend time and have positive interactions with people in their social networks, they are more likely to experience higher levels of commitment and satisfaction in their relationship.
- Conflict Management. Conflict management refers to how partners handle—be it constructively or unconstructively—the conflicts that inevitably arise in even the healthiest of queer relationships.
- Being Open. How willing are you to show your true self in your relationship? Openness involves honesty about thoughts and feelings and requires vulnerability and trust.
A recent Oregon study found the risk of attempting suicide for lesbian, gay, and bisexual youth was 20% greater in social environments unsupportive of LGBTQ persons compared to LGBTQ-supportive environments ( Hatzenbuehler, 2011 ).
Gay positive dating emphasizes safe, respectful, and affirming interactions for individuals seeking romantic or platonic relationships with those of the same sex. It transcends mere acceptance, advocating for the celebration of gay relationships and the myriad forms they can take.
