Pratisandhi

LGBTQ+

The Intersection of Queer Identity and Mental Health

The connection between queer identity and mental health runs deep and can be difficult, often because of prejudice from society and the struggle for acceptance. It’s really important to provide mental health support that includes everyone and to create an environment where everyone can be themselves and do well. As allies, we need to support the Queer community and help them feel strong and equal as they work toward accepting themselves.

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Rainbow Reflections- How Queer characters transform Children’s media

The connotations of abnormality surrounding queer media have led to the shaping as well as the persistence of a prejudiced mindset. It’s crucial to put forth a positive narrative to replace the impact set by underrepresentation as well as poor representation of queer identity in children’s media.

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Should same-sex couples be given the same status as supposedly ‘normal’ couples?

The landmark case in the Supreme Court, where 18 lgbtq+ community Indian couples had put in a petition to gain the same status as heterosexual couples, is indeed a re-writing of history. The legalization of same-sex marriages is a landmark case that provided a voice to the community members and also allowed society to view them in another light.

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