A Positive View of LGBTQ
Embracing Identity and Cultivating Well-Being
Nonfiction, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Gender Studies, Lesbian, Gay Studies
| Author: | Sharon S. Rostosky, Ellen D.B. Riggle | ISBN: | 9781442212831 |
| Publisher: | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers | Publication: | December 16, 2011 |
| Imprint: | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers | Language: | English |
| Author: | Sharon S. Rostosky, Ellen D.B. Riggle |
| ISBN: | 9781442212831 |
| Publisher: | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers |
| Publication: | December 16, 2011 |
| Imprint: | Rowman & Littlefield Publishers |
| Language: | English |
A Positive View of LGBTQ starts a new conversation about the strengths and benefits of LGBTQ identities. The authors discuss eight life-enriching themes including living authentically; increasing self-awareness and compassion; creating flexible gender rules and supportive relationships; being positive role models; working for social justice; and belonging in LGBTQ communities. Suggested activities help readers cultivate their own positive identities and help others understand how they can support those they love who may identify as LGBTQ. This book highlights positive aspects of LGBTQ identities, showing how LGBTQ people develop internal and external resources for thriving and flourishing.
A Positive View of LGBTQ starts a new conversation about the strengths and benefits of LGBTQ identities. The authors discuss eight life-enriching themes including living authentically; increasing self-awareness and compassion; creating flexible gender rules and supportive relationships; being positive role models; working for social justice; and belonging in LGBTQ communities. Suggested activities help readers cultivate their own positive identities and help others understand how they can support those they love who may identify as LGBTQ. This book highlights positive aspects of LGBTQ identities, showing how LGBTQ people develop internal and external resources for thriving and flourishing.
