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A Practical Response to Gender Distress: A Review
Review of A Practical Response to Gender Distress, by Pamela Garfield-Jaeger LCSW, MS Oh, how I wish I had this book when our daughter proclaimed she was trans five years...
22nd April 2024
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Are “Life Goals” Anything to Do with Health Services?
Among the final recommendations of the United Kingdom’s Cass Review of the treatment of children and young people is a curious statement regarding patient evaluations for “gender-affirming” medicine: “The...
20th April 2024
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UK NHS Report Casts a Shadow on Australian Gender Clinic Practices
MEDIA RELEASE – Genspect Australia Current medical treatments for children with gender dysphoria lack supporting evidence, according to a critical report from the National Health Service (NHS), although hormonal...
19th April 2024
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The 6-Year-Old Who Changed Legal Sex
Much has been written about the transgender movement being on the rise in the anglosphere and in wealthy, industrialised countries. When legislation was passed by the Scottish parliament, making...
18th April 2024
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Latest from our podcast "Gender: A Wider Lens"
Therapists Stella O’Malley and Sasha Ayad explore diverse perspectives through a psychological lens, fostering open dialogue on gender identity, transition, and the transgender umbrella. Their work with gender dysphoric clients and unique experiences yield an informed outlook delving into gender’s psychological nuances. Interviews with clinicians, academics, transgender individuals, parents, detransitioners, and others touched by gender provide varied insights and intimate inquiry into the taboo yet relevant topic.
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Teenagers, particularly those on the autism spectrum, encounter unique challenges in navigating social expectations, understanding their own identity, and processing information. These challenges can be compounded by the influence of social media and mainstream narratives, which often perpetuate misconceptions.
Yet, the capacity of teenagers for critical analysis and insightful reflections is frequently underestimated. It is crucial to promote open dialogue and the exploration of diverse viewpoints to empower teenagers to develop a deeper understanding of themselves and their surroundings.
In this bonus episode for premium subscribers, Christina Buttons emphasizes the complexities teenagers encounter, especially those who are grappling with their identity amid societal pressures. She highlights several tools and approaches that she believes young people could benefit from in fostering intellectual curiosity.
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