David Hortigüela-Alcalá, Raúl A Barba-Martín, Pedro Antonio Sánchez-Miguel, Alejandra Hernando-Garijo
{"title":"\"Swimming Against the Current\". Analysis of the Discourses of Homosexual Physical Education Teachers Under the Intersectionality Approach.","authors":"David Hortigüela-Alcalá, Raúl A Barba-Martín, Pedro Antonio Sánchez-Miguel, Alejandra Hernando-Garijo","doi":"10.1080/00918369.2025.2500989","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/00918369.2025.2500989","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Traditionally, the PE teacher with the highest status was the white, heterosexual male, with a muscular body and belonging to a good socioeconomic level. These stereotypes are subject to socio-political factors that determine power structures and \"the way forward,\" which generated clear discrimination and social injustice. In this sense, and taking sexual identity as a reference, the objective of this research is to analyze the discourses of 8 homosexual physical education teachers who acknowledge having felt discriminated. This analysis is carried out from the intersectionality approach and the theory of social justice. A qualitative methodology is used, employing individual interviews with each teacher, their reflective personal diaries and a focus group with all of them as a techniques. Analysis of the results focused on identifying emerging patterns and meanings from the data collected, interpreting the narratives and relevant themes to construct final categories. The results showed how, behind an apparent acceptance, teachers felt a high level of discrimination in many areas just because they are homosexual. This discrimination, from both students and fellow teachers, makes them question whether they are good PE teachers, and at times they considered leaving the profession. In addition, the fact of being a woman, being black, or not complying with the dominant body typology, is a source of even greater exclusion.</p>","PeriodicalId":48221,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Homosexuality","volume":" ","pages":"1-25"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-16","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144081414","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Recommendations for Measuring Intimate Partner Violence and Relationship Equity Among Queer and Trans Young Women and Non-Binary Youth in British Columbia Canada.","authors":"Kalysha Closson, Tadiwa Nemutambwe, Zoë Osborne, Gem Y Lee, Colby Hangle, Stevie Thompson, Anita Raj, Angela Kaida","doi":"10.1080/00918369.2025.2500987","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/00918369.2025.2500987","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Extensive research documents the negative impacts of inequitable intimate relationship power dynamics on gender equity for cisgender, heterosexual women. However, limited research has explored this issue among queer and trans young women and non-binary youth aged 16-29, partly due to inadequate measurement tools. We aimed to (1) explore youth perceptions of existing scales that measure gender and relationship equity; and (2) develop recommendations for adapting and developing such measures for use among queer, trans, and non-monogamous young women and non-binary youth. Thirty youth (14 [46.7%] women [inclusive of transgender women] and 16 [53.3%] non-binary) aged 17-29 in a current (<i>n</i> = 23 [76.6%]) or recent (in past year, <i>n</i> = 7 [23.4%]) queer relationships and residing in British Columbia, Canada, completed qualitative cognitive interviews between August and November 2022. Scales assessed failed to acknowledge diverse relationship experiences, were at times hurtful, and lacked applicability depending on youth access needs, sexual orientation, gender, and relationship type. Youth highlighted that diversity and representation matter and recommended that future measures of relationship power should capture financial equity, shared responsibility, and emotional labor. To track and advance gender equity, existing scales must be adapted to be inclusive of queer, trans, and non-monogamous youth relationship dynamics.</p>","PeriodicalId":48221,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Homosexuality","volume":" ","pages":"1-26"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144081421","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"A Qualitative Double Perspective Investigation of Sexual Orientation Change Efforts Among Homosexual Individuals in Tunisia.","authors":"Hayder Mahjoubi, Ahlem Mtiraoui, Marie Préau","doi":"10.1080/00918369.2025.2503407","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/00918369.2025.2503407","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Despite the condemnation of the major medical and psychological institutions, which warn of the significant harm associated with sexual orientation change efforts, these practices persist in certain countries. This study investigates the methods and justifications behind sexual orientation change efforts in Tunisia, a country where homosexuality remains stigmatized and criminalized. Qualitative research based on semi-structured face-to-face interviews was conducted. The study included 32 participants-including both mental health professionals and gay individuals. Reflexive thematic analysis assisted by MAXQDA Pro software was performed to analyze the data. Reflexivity was maintained throughout the research diary and peer debriefing amongst the diverse research team to enhance the objectivity. The thematic analysis originated three major themes: (1) the conversion demand, (2) the different representations of homosexuality and the conversion efforts, and (3) the psychosocial consequences of these practices. The study emphasized the harmful effects of conversion practices, which are fueled by representations of homosexuality based on homophobic beliefs, and highlighted the importance of fostering a collective understanding based on scientific facts to address such practices.</p>","PeriodicalId":48221,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Homosexuality","volume":" ","pages":"1-21"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-14","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144081417","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Katherine Sullivan, Elroy J Aguiar, Lee J Winchester, Stefanie A Wind, Michael R Esco, Michael V Fedewa
{"title":"Relative Adiposity and Body Dissatisfaction in Young Adult Sexual Minority Women.","authors":"Katherine Sullivan, Elroy J Aguiar, Lee J Winchester, Stefanie A Wind, Michael R Esco, Michael V Fedewa","doi":"10.1080/00918369.2025.2503411","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1080/00918369.2025.2503411","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>The purpose of this study was to examine potential differences in body mass index (BMI), relative adiposity (%Fat), and body dissatisfaction (BD) between heterosexual (HSW) and sexual minority women (SMW). Young adult women (<i>n</i> = 84; 23.8% SMW; 21.9 ± 3.8 years) were included in our analysis. %Fat was assessed using a four-compartment model. BD was assessed using the Body Shape Questionnaire (BSQ), the BD subscale of the Eating Disorders Inventory Questionnaire (EDI-BD), the appearance evaluation subscale of the Multidimensional Body Self-Relations Questionnaire (MBSRQ-AE), and the Photographic Figure Rating Scale (PFRS). Potential differences in BMI, %Fat, and BD between sexual orientation groups were assessed using independent samples t-tests. Bivariate correlations were assessed using Pearson's <i>r</i>. No differences in BMI or BD were observed between groups (all <i>p</i> > .05). Higher %Fat was observed in SMW when compared to HSW (<i>p</i> = .046), and higher %Fat was associated with higher BSQ (<i>r</i> = .364), EDI-BD (<i>r</i> = .388), lower MBSRQ-AE (<i>r</i> = .388), and PFRS (<i>r</i> = .521), collectively indicating greater BD. %Fat was higher in SMW, and higher %Fat was associated with greater BD, regardless of sexual orientation. These results suggest that SMW tend to have higher %Fat than heterosexual counterparts which would increase their risk of negative health outcomes.</p>","PeriodicalId":48221,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Homosexuality","volume":" ","pages":"1-19"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-13","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"144064938","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Journal of HomosexualityPub Date : 2025-05-12Epub Date: 2024-06-26DOI: 10.1080/00918369.2024.2368216
Osman Faruk Bayramlar, Hacer Nalbant, Ilker Kayi, Yesim Yasin, Deniz Mardin, Selma Karabey
{"title":"Attitudes of Medical Students Toward Sexual Minorities: A Multicentric Survey from the Medical Education Without Discrimination Project.","authors":"Osman Faruk Bayramlar, Hacer Nalbant, Ilker Kayi, Yesim Yasin, Deniz Mardin, Selma Karabey","doi":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2368216","DOIUrl":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2368216","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This study, as a part of the 'Medical Education without Discrimination (MED) Project,\" focuses on investigating attitudes toward sexual minorities and demographics among Turkish medical students. In the needs assessment phase of MED Project, a survey covering demographics, sexual orientation, attitudes toward sexual minorities, and Index of Attitudes Toward Homosexuals by Hudson & Ricketts (6-point Likert) was conducted among 523 medical students of one public and two nonprofit private medical schools in Istanbul. Of the students, 4.2% declared themselves as non-heterosexual. The findings highlight that medical students are on the verge of homophobia (44th percentile). Homophobia was significantly higher among public university students, males, younger individuals, those who originated from underdeveloped settlements, those who grew up with mothers who did not graduate from university, those who considered themselves happier, and those without LGBTI+ acquaintances. Of the respondents, 14.1% do not perceive LGBTI+ people as equals within the community, and 75.7% assert that they would conceal their own LGBTI+ identity if they were part of this community. This study highlights that the need for targeted interventions in medical education in line with the global commitment to reduce inequalities and promote inclusive health care.</p>","PeriodicalId":48221,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Homosexuality","volume":" ","pages":"1174-1195"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141459927","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Journal of HomosexualityPub Date : 2025-05-12Epub Date: 2024-06-26DOI: 10.1080/00918369.2024.2364881
Derrek J Toussaint, Robert Schweitzer, Rohani Mitchell
{"title":"Discrimination, Internalized Sexual Prejudice and the Post-Sex Experience Among Members of Sexual Minorities.","authors":"Derrek J Toussaint, Robert Schweitzer, Rohani Mitchell","doi":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2364881","DOIUrl":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2364881","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Postcoital dysphoria (PCD) refers to a counter-intuitive experience of sadness, tearfulness, irritability or dysphoria following an otherwise satisfactory and consensual sexual experience. Research to date has primarily focused on heteronormative samples. The current study explored the prevalence of PCD, and potential correlates of internalized sexual prejudice, perceived discrimination, and sex life satisfaction within a LGBTQIA+ population. One hundred and seventy-two adults identifying as LGBTQIA+ completed an online survey. Main outcome measures included the Post Sex Experience Scale (p-SES), Everyday Discrimination Scale (EDS), Internalized Homophobia Scale (IHS), Satisfaction with Sex Life Scale (SWSLS), and study specific questions. Prevalence of PCD was 42% of males attracted to other males and 81% of participants identifying as bisexual/sexual fluid. A significant and a moderate inverse correlation was found between sex life satisfaction and PCD (<i>r</i> = -.75) for individuals identifying as bisexual/fluid sexual orientation. Significant correlations were found between perceived discrimination and PCD (weak positive correlation, <i>r</i> = .28), and sex life satisfaction and PCD (moderate negative correlation, <i>r</i> = -.59) in men attracted to men. This research suggests being a member of a sexual minority is associated with sex-related dysphoria and dissatisfaction. Further research is needed to further elucidate PCD.</p>","PeriodicalId":48221,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Homosexuality","volume":" ","pages":"1064-1078"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141459929","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Association Between Egalitarian Gender Attitudes and Attitudes Toward Same-Sex Marriage: Findings from a National Representative Survey.","authors":"Yan-Jiun Hung, Kevin Chien-Chang Wu, Ying-Chen Chi, Cheng-Fang Yen, Ying-Yeh Chen","doi":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2364227","DOIUrl":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2364227","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>Egalitarian gender attitudes are linked to increased support for same-sex marriage, with previous studies mainly focusing on Western countries. Limited existing research from Asian countries often relied on non-representative, convenient samples. Taiwan, the first Asian country to legalize same-sex marriage in 2019, offers a valuable context. Since surveys before 2020 lacked questions on attitudes toward same-sex marriage, we utilized the 2020 PSFD data for a cross-sectional analysis. Logistic regression analyses were conducted to explore the relationship between gender attitudes (assessed through six questions) and attitudes toward same-sex marriage, along with examining the moderation effects of socio-demographic variables. The results revealed significant associations between embracing egalitarian gender attitudes and increased support for same-sex marriage (adjusted odds ratio [aOR] ranged from 1.34 to 2.08, 95% CI = [1.15, 2.45]). Moderation analysis indicated that this connection appeared to be more pronounced among younger individuals, those who were not currently married, and those with higher educational attainment. Individuals who are older, less educated, or married and hold negative views on gender equality should be targeted for efforts to enhance their support for same-sex marriage. Advocating for gender equality aligns with principles of equality, nondiscrimination, and recognizing fundamental rights for all, irrespective of sexual orientation.</p>","PeriodicalId":48221,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Homosexuality","volume":" ","pages":"1050-1063"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141307170","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
{"title":"Gender-Related Medical Experiences of Youth Who Have Detranstioned.","authors":"Morgane Audrey Gelly, Sidonie Atgé-Delbays, Élio Gravel, Annie Pullen Sansfaçon","doi":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2362268","DOIUrl":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2362268","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>People whose gender does not align with their sex assigned at birth can undergo a medical transition process, so their body reflects their gender. However, some people interrupt this process temporarily or permanently, which is often referred to as \"detransition.\" Media coverage of detrans experiences tend to attribute this phenomenon to a lack of medical gatekeeping. However, research has shown detransitions are highly unpredictable. The aim of this article is to examine the medical experiences of youth who have detransitioned during various stages of the process from transition to today. Twenty-five interviews with 15-25-year-old youth who detransitioned were conducted. Thematic analysis led to the development of six themes: facing gatekeeping and invalidation during transition, accessing trans care, lacking adequate support during transition, finding support in detransition, lacking support in detransition, leaving the medical system. Our results question the usefulness of gatekeeping to prevent detransition and shows that it tends to erode the trust relationship between youth and practitioners and stifle gender exploration. Validation, support, information giving as well as exploration without constrain, or expectation of outcome seems to be a more helpful way forward to work with gender diverse youth.</p>","PeriodicalId":48221,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Homosexuality","volume":" ","pages":"1002-1024"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141248647","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Journal of HomosexualityPub Date : 2025-05-12Epub Date: 2024-11-04DOI: 10.1080/00918369.2024.2425934
Supianto
{"title":"Critical Insights on the Measurement of Inter-Minority Empathy.","authors":"Supianto","doi":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2425934","DOIUrl":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2425934","url":null,"abstract":"<p><p>This critical evaluation highlights limitations in Makiko Kasai's study, \"The Measurement of Inter-Minority Empathy,\" particularly in its narrow definition of minority categories, small and homogenous sample size, and reliance on existing empathy models without integrating intersectionality. While Kasai introduces an innovative empathy scale, the study overlooks critical factors such as the complexity of overlapping minority identities and potential biases in self-reported data. Future research should address these limitations to improve the scale's inclusivity and practical application across diverse contexts.</p>","PeriodicalId":48221,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Homosexuality","volume":" ","pages":"999-1001"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"142569699","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
Journal of HomosexualityPub Date : 2025-05-12Epub Date: 2024-06-26DOI: 10.1080/00918369.2024.2368204
Jennifer T Tran, Khary K Rigg, Jerome T Galea, Kristin A Kosyluk
{"title":"Examining the Effects of Digital Stories to Address Mental Illness and Sexual and Gender Minority-Related Stigma.","authors":"Jennifer T Tran, Khary K Rigg, Jerome T Galea, Kristin A Kosyluk","doi":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2368204","DOIUrl":"10.1080/00918369.2024.2368204","url":null,"abstract":"<p><strong>Introduction: </strong>Sexual and gender minority (SGM) individuals living with mental illness often experience stigma associated with marginalized identities of sexual orientation, gender identity, and mental illness (MI). Sharing stories of lived experiences is an effective approach to reducing various forms of stigma; however, it is unclear whether stories shared by SGM living with mental illness (SGM MI) can reduce MI- and SGM-related stigma.</p><p><strong>Methods: </strong>Using a randomized controlled trial design, participants watched digital stories of self-identified SGM individuals living with a mental illness, non-SGM individuals living with mental illness, or a control condition (TedTalks on environmental issues and growing up in China) to examine the use of representative digital stories in addressing SGM- and MI-related stigma.</p><p><strong>Results: </strong>In a sample of 218 participants, digital stories of SGM MI effectively reduced MI-related stigma (personal stigma (from 33.19 to 31.90) and discrimination (from 8.33 to 7.57)), but were ineffective at reducing SGM-related personal stigma (negative attitudes toward lesbians and gay men, transphobia, or genderism; <i>p</i> > .05).</p><p><strong>Conclusion: </strong>Our study highlights the need to develop culturally adapted anti-stigma programs in collaboration with individuals with lived intersectional SGM and MI experiences.</p>","PeriodicalId":48221,"journal":{"name":"Journal of Homosexuality","volume":" ","pages":"1133-1150"},"PeriodicalIF":2.4,"publicationDate":"2025-05-12","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141459930","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":4,"RegionCategory":"心理学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}