We propose a theoretical framework to study the determinants of ethnic and religious identity along two distinct motivational processes: cultural distinction and cultural conformity. Under cultural conformity, ethnic identity is reduced by neighborhood integration, which weakens group loyalties and prejudices. On the contrary, under cultural distinction, ethnic minorities are more motivated in ...

PURPOSE This study examines global social networks-including friendship, support, and acquaintance networks-of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) older adults. DESIGN AND METHODS Utilizing data from a large community-based study, we employ multiple regression analyses to examine correlates of social network size and diversity. RESULTS Controlling for background characteristics, ...

Abstract Is there a legitimate basis for religious exemptions from laws that prohibit gender identity discrimination on the of people’s beliefs? The author argues much depends upon how dysphoria is understood. If it seen as problem requiring medical diagnosis and treatment, then arguably no discrimination, except in few situations where being biological male or female theologically essential to...