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LGBTQ Young Adult Experiences of Religious and Sexual IdentityIntegration
Journal of LGBT Issues in Counseling
  • A. Dahl
  • Renee Vickerman Galliher, Utah State University
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2009
Abstract

It is often assumed that the process of navigating an LGBQQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, and questioning) sexual identity in a religious context is difficult and conflicting. However, only a few studies have empirically examined LGBQQ experiences of religion and identity integration. One-hundred five LGBQQ participants (age 18–24) were surveyed to examine their experiences of religious and sexual identity integration. While LGBQQ young adults do not report a high degree of sexual and religious identity integration, factors such as self-acceptance and increased knowledge were instrumental for those who reported integration. Suggestions are provided for counselors working with conflicted LGBQQ young adults.

Citation Information
Dahl, A., & Galliher, R. V. (2009). LGBTQ young adult experiences of religious and sexual identity integration. Journal of LGBT Issues in Counseling, 3, 1 - 21.