Religious Conflicts Experienced by Lesbian, Gay, and Bisexual Individuals
Kelly Schuck, Becky J. Liddle · 24 Sep 2001
Abstract A qualitative and quantitative study of 66 lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) respondents examined perceived conflicts between religion and sexual orientation. Nearly two-thirds reported having experienced such conflicts. Sources of conflict included denominational teachings, scriptural passages, and congregational prejudice. Reactions included shame, depression, and suicidal ideation. Resolutions included identifying as spiritual rather than religious,…
Gay and Lesbian Youth
Tracie L. Hammelman · 1 Jan 1993
Abstract This is a study of gay and lesbian youths' tendencies for suicide and the extent to which these tendencies are influenced by sexual orientation, violence, age, substance abuse, physical or emotional abuse, family rejection, or gender. Based on a sample of 48 respondents, nearly one-half seriously considered suicide while one-third actually attempted suicide. Close…
Therapeutic Antidotes: Helping Gay and Bisexual Men Recover from Conversion Therapies
Douglas C. Haldeman · 17 Apr 2002
SUMMARY Studies of sexual orientation conversion therapies have focused on the efficacy, or lack thereof, of treatments designed to change sexual orientation. Recently, given the typically low success rate achieved in most conversion therapy studies, some researchers have examined the potential for such treatments to harm patients. It is the author's impression, after twenty years'…
From “<i>Long Yang</i>” and “<i>Dui Shi</i>” to Tongzhi: Homosexuality in China
Jing Wu · 25 Feb 2003
SUMMARY Homosexuality was widespread, recognized and fairly tolerated, although not entirely accepted, in ancient China. After being invaded and defeated by the Western powers in the mid- to late nineteenth century, “progressive” Chinese intellectuals at the turn of the twentieth century believed that Chinese traditions were “backward” and the actual cause of China's defeat; they…
Heterosexism:
Joseph H. Neisen · 24 Apr 1990
The author reviews previous use of the concept of homophobia and argues that its meaning has broadened to the point of loss of unity. Homophobia is redefined, delineated into two constructs: heterosexism and shame due to heterosexism. The delineation of heteroseism and shame due to heterosexism is presented as a valuable therapeutic technique bearing sociopolitical…
