Identity Concealment: Privacy, Minority Stress, and LGBTQ+ Identity
Identity concealment is the act of hiding or limiting disclosure of a personal identity, often to protect privacy or reduce risks of stigma, rejection, or discrimination.
Identity Disclosure: Privacy, Coming Out, and Personal Choice
Identity disclosure is the act of sharing personal identity information, such as sexual orientation or gender identity, with others while balancing privacy, safety, and personal choice.
Outing: Meaning, LGBTQ+ Identity, Privacy, and Consent
Outing is the act of revealing another person’s sexual orientation, gender identity, or transgender status without their permission.