lgbtqia News Research Articles

This shows a child's hands painted rainbow colors

Featured Genetics Neuroscience Psychology

·December 17, 2022·4 min read

Study Examines Links Between Parents’ Income and Sexual Orientation of Their Children

A new study links same-sex attraction to parents' socioeconomic status during pregnancy. Researchers report the highest frequency of same-sex attraction was found in children in the lowest income group and elevated levels of same-sex attraction in children who came from the most affluent backgrounds. They speculate higher levels of fetal estrogen is a factor in both male and female same-sex attraction in the lowest-income group, while elevated levels of fetal testosterone is a factor in the higher income group. Higher fetal estrogen was related to more submissive roles in same-sex relationships, while higher fetal testosterone was associated with more assertive characteristics.

This shows a child trying to catch a heart shaped balloon

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·November 17, 2022·5 min read

LGBTQIA+ Youth More Than Twice as Likely to Attempt Suicide Than Heterosexual Peers

Young people who are members of the LGBTQIA+ community are twice as likely to experience suicidal thoughts and attempt suicide than their heterosexual peers.

Featured Neuroscience Psychology

·November 5, 2022·4 min read

How Asexuals Navigate Romantic Relationships

1% of the population identifies as asexual, a sexual orientation defined as lacking sexual attraction to others. While asexual people lack sexual attraction, it does not mean they do not desire romantic attachments or relationships. Researchers reveal asexual people often feel more satisfied when they were invested in a committed relationship.