Showing posts with label studies. Show all posts
Showing posts with label studies. Show all posts

Friday, December 19, 2008

Lesbian Youth At High Risk for Pregnancy



Yep, you read that right. Whether they're trying to screw the gay away or just have a cover story that prevents other kids (or their parents) from finding out they're baby dykes, some lesbian teens are engaging in risky hetero sex -- and dealing with the consequences.

Monday, September 08, 2008

Study: Higher Ed No Guarantee of Tolerance


The American Political Science Association took a survey recently among its group members, and found some interesting numbers regarding the LGBT political science educators. Seems quite of few of them are still experiencing some harsh discriminatory attitudes from their co-horts.

Monday, June 30, 2008

The Science of Gaydar

It's hard to explain "gaydar" to your straight friends. It's not always a fashion or haircuts thing. It's just something you can detech from sometimes really, really subtle clues. Well, with all the research being doing (much of it complete quackery), here's a handy scientific guide to gaydar and how it works.

Saturday, January 19, 2008

Bisexuality is Not a Gateway Drug


Link A 10-year study in Utah attempts to squelch the idea that bisexuality is just a label for women who can't commit to liking one gender over another. It does, however, mention a number of women who change labels depending on who they're dating.

Sunday, November 04, 2007

Working Closeted Hurts Everybody

Link A new survey of 500 LGBT employees at bizzes around the US shows that forcing yourself to stay in the closet at work isn't good for you -- or your company. Things like physical symptoms of stress, fewer promotions and negative attitudes toward ones career come into play.
Thanks to Badphairy for the news tip!