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Mar 16, 2023 · This web page covers the history of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender social movements from ancient times to the present. It does not answer who was the first gay person on earth, but it provides some context and examples of same-sex love and gender diversity across cultures and eras.
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Jul 8, 2024 · Learn about the diversity and complexity of transgender identities, how they differ from sex and gender, and how they relate to sexual orientation. Find answers to common questions and resources from the American Psychological Association.
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Learn how sexual orientation and gender identity are distinct aspects of being a person, and how they relate to psychology, health, and civil rights. Find resources, guidelines, and books from the American Psychological Association on these topics.
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Oct 29, 2008 · Learn about sexual orientation, the range of attractions to men, women, or both sexes, and the impact of prejudice and discrimination on lesbian, gay, and bisexual people. Find accurate information and resources from the American Psychological Association.
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Jun 30, 2022 · Learn how same-sex marriages are similar to heterosexual marriages in terms of psychological and social aspects, and how denying marriage rights can affect the health and well-being of LGBT people and their families. Find out the scientific evidence and APA's position on marriage equality.
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This publication provides a summary of research findings on lesbian mothers, gay fathers, and their children, as well as resources for legal and policy issues related to lesbian and gay parenting. It is intended for clinicians, researchers, students, lawyers, and parents involved in family law cases.
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Find psychological knowledge, policy statements, publications, and programs on gender identity and sexual orientation from the American Psychological Association. Learn about bisexuality, transgender issues, LGBTQ health, and more.
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"Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender individuals experience unique health disparities. Although the acronym LGBT is used as an umbrella term, and the health needs of this community are often grouped together, each of these letters represents a distinct population with its own health concerns.
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Includes a summary of research findings on lesbian mothers, gay fathers and their children; an annotated bibliography of the published psychological literature; and additional resources relevant to lesbian and gay parenting. Society for the Psychological Study of Social Issues. Fact Sheet on Lesbian and Gay Parents (PDF, 40KB)
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May 20, 2022 · LGBTQ+ is an acronym that has been developed to represent individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning (GLAAD, 2018). The umbrella term is used to describe a wide range of sexual and gender minorities and has expanded over the years in an effort towards inclusion (Los Angeles Conservancy, n.d.).
