The stages of the Identity Processes model look quite similar to Troiden’s model, these include 1. Existing Heterosexuality, 2. Developed LGB (Lesbian-Gay-Bisexual) Identity, 3. Become an LGB Offspring, 4. Develop LGB Intimacy Status, and 5. Enter LGB Community (D’Aguelli & Patterson, 2001). Aguelli’s model is interesting because of its flexibility in its stages. In the Identity Processes model, the individual can make different choices in various stages. Thus, sexual identity development may not proceed in a linear fashion. The first stage, Exiting Heterosexuality, the task is to recognize feelings that may not be congruent with heteronormative desires, and express this to a friend or someone the individual knows. In the second stage, Develop
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Following is stage 4, Identity Acceptance, where the person increases contact within the LGBT community. This allows the individual to accept their identity with support. The next stage is Identity Pride, where the individual develops strong emotions and a sense of pride for their community, but is also upset with the majority group. Once this stage worked through, the identity becomes more synthesized, 6. Identity Synthesis. This mean the individual has worked through some of anger and fear that come with social stigma, is proud to member of the LGBTQ community, and makes efforts with friends who do not fit in the community. All three of these models hint at an acculturation process, where the individual is presented with change. They must work through how they see themselves throughout the change, and want they want to do about it. This is true for any identity development model, where it be sexuality, gender, vocational, or family roles. The models presented above are excellent model to describe sexual identity develop, but this is only one component of identity. Currently, there are identity development models for the LGBTQ population that examine identity components other than sex and gender. As noted in this review, it is known that gender and sexuality play a strong role in identity, but …show more content…
Identity Statuses; Erikson Psychosocial stages) identity models based off sexual majority norms will not be the best fit for someone who is not of the majority. I feel it is important to recognize these differences. I am an advocate for creating a new model of identity development for this community. I would even go on further to say there should be holistic models for any minority group, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, etc. An individual’s identity is the product the individual and the culture they live in. A model should be able to account for these differences. So what is next? I would suggest the conduction of studies which examines the effects of sexual identity with Marcia’s identity statuses. I would also like to see the effects of gender non-conformity (trans*, non-binary, androgyny) on the statuses. It is shown in the research that there are gender differences, such as the differences in foreclosure or moratorium (Archer, 1989; Steensma, 2013). Sexual identity and non-conformity gender identity add additional layers. Layers which may attach a lot of meaning to the
Following is stage 4, Identity Acceptance, where the person increases contact within the LGBT community. This allows the individual to accept their identity with support. The next stage is Identity Pride, where the individual develops strong emotions and a sense of pride for their community, but is also upset with the majority group. Once this stage worked through, the identity becomes more synthesized, 6. Identity Synthesis. This mean the individual has worked through some of anger and fear that come with social stigma, is proud to member of the LGBTQ community, and makes efforts with friends who do not fit in the community. All three of these models hint at an acculturation process, where the individual is presented with change. They must work through how they see themselves throughout the change, and want they want to do about it. This is true for any identity development model, where it be sexuality, gender, vocational, or family roles. The models presented above are excellent model to describe sexual identity develop, but this is only one component of identity. Currently, there are identity development models for the LGBTQ population that examine identity components other than sex and gender. As noted in this review, it is known that gender and sexuality play a strong role in identity, but …show more content…
Identity Statuses; Erikson Psychosocial stages) identity models based off sexual majority norms will not be the best fit for someone who is not of the majority. I feel it is important to recognize these differences. I am an advocate for creating a new model of identity development for this community. I would even go on further to say there should be holistic models for any minority group, race, ethnicity, socioeconomic status, etc. An individual’s identity is the product the individual and the culture they live in. A model should be able to account for these differences. So what is next? I would suggest the conduction of studies which examines the effects of sexual identity with Marcia’s identity statuses. I would also like to see the effects of gender non-conformity (trans*, non-binary, androgyny) on the statuses. It is shown in the research that there are gender differences, such as the differences in foreclosure or moratorium (Archer, 1989; Steensma, 2013). Sexual identity and non-conformity gender identity add additional layers. Layers which may attach a lot of meaning to the