LGBTQ+ Judgment / Shunning / Demonization

When religious environments condemn or reject queer identities

• You're told your sexuality makes you unworthy of love or participation.

• Sermons leave you feeling ashamed or terrified just for existing as your authentic self.

Potential clinical implications (especially in high control settings)

• Identity repression can contribute to significant mental health challenges.

• Self-acceptance may become difficult amid chronic shame.

• Religious spaces may trigger fear or anxiety responses.