Bibliograph

A guide to transgender health, state-of-the-art information for gender-affirming people and their supporters, Rachel Ann Heath, PhD, and Katie Wynne, PhD, FRACP

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A guide to transgender health, state-of-the-art information for gender-affirming people and their supporters, Rachel Ann Heath, PhD, and Katie Wynne, PhD, FRACP

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

A guide to transgender health

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

1066082513

Responsibility statement

Rachel Ann Heath, PhD, and Katie Wynne, PhD, FRACP

Series statement

Sex, love, and psychology

Sub title

state-of-the-art information for gender-affirming people and their supporters

Summary

The number of people presenting at gender clinics worldwide for assistance has increased exponentially in the last decade. Transgender people also have become much more prominent in the media. An increase in political populism, however, has brought unprecedented attacks on trans* people. Covering a wealth of topics relevant to transgender people and their supporters, both social and professional, Heath and Wynne help readers to see through the flawed arguments of those who wish to inflict damage on the trans* community. The content of this book ranges from theoretical ideas about the origin of gender diversity to practical solutions for trans* people to enjoy life in their chosen gender. Physical health topics include hormone therapy, puberty blockers, breast augmentation/reduction, gender confirmation surgery, and speech therapy. Mental health topics include dealing with discrimination, bullying, and transphobia. The text is presented so that it can be understood with no scientific background, but is also highly relevant to the health professional. Copious footnotes and references allow those wishing to delve more deeply into the topics to do so easily. The book is also supported by readily accessible resources available online and on social media. -- Provided by publisher

Table Of Contents

Introduction -- What is Gender? - Gender Diversity -- Gender Affirmation -- Psychological Assessment of Gender Incongruence -- Children and Adolescents -- Hormone and Surgical Therapies for Adults -- Fertility -- Ancillary Procedures and Other Interventions -- Societal Issues for Gender-Diverse People -- Current Guidelines and Future Prospects -- Appendix: Resources

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