Synthesize the readings. What are the key takeaways from the developmental theories you learned about this week? What are the limitations of these theories for understanding LGBTQ+ identity development?
Reflect on how these readings changed (or not) your view of LGBTQ+ identity development.
Length: 350-400 word discussion post
References: Include a minimum of 3 scholarly resources
Lev, A. I. (2015). Developmental psychology, GLBTQ, 1-6.
A Comparative Review of Cass’s and Fassinger’s Sexual Orientation Identity Development Models
Gervacio, J. (2012). A comparative review of Cass’s and Fassinger’s sexual orientation identity development models. Vermont Connection, 33, 50-59.
Is Cass’s Model of Homosexual Identity Formation Relevant to Today’s Society
Kenneady, D. A., & Oswalt, S. B. (2014). Is Cass’s model of homosexual identity formation relevant to today’s society? American Journal of Sexuality Education , 9(2), 229-246.
A Hundred Years of Latency: From Freudian Psychosexual Theory to Dynamic Systems Nonlinear Development in Middle Childhood
Knight, R. (2014). A hundred years of latency: From Freudian psychosexual theory to dynamic systems nonlinear development in middle childhood. Journal of the American Psychoanalytic Association, 62(2), 203-235.
Feminist Perspectives on Erikson’s Theory: Their Relevance for Contemporary Identity Development Research.
Sorell, G. T., & Montgomery, M. J. (2001). Feminist perspectives on Erikson’s theory: Their relevance for contemporary identity development research. Identity, 1(2), 97-128.
Family Life Cycle
Szalma, I. (2019). Family life cycle. Salem Press Encyclopedia.