Trans embodiment is an act of taking ownership of one's body and identity, which requires an ethical approach that encompasses attentiveness, adaptation, and responsiveness to both bodily and social...
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: How trans people embrace sexual intimacy & eroticism while embracing their bodies
In the context of queer theory, the notion that gender is socially constructed has been central to its conception of identity. This view is based on the idea that gender norms are established through...
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: Trans authenticity: rejecting binary gender norms through embracing ambiguity and uncertainty
The term "trans" refers to people whose gender identity differs from their assigned sex at birth, often expressed through transitioning into their identified gender through hormone therapy, surgery,...
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: What you need to know about transitioning and its emotional impact on identity
Medicalization of Gender Diversity
Medicalizing gender diversity is a controversial issue that has significant implications for trans individuals' autonomy, authenticity, and psychological...
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: The impact of medicalization on trans individuals autonomy and psychological wellbeing in gender diversity contexts.
Transgender actors and performers face unique challenges when they audition for roles in films. They must navigate societal expectations about gender norms, stereotypes, and representations while...
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: Sexuality in the spotlight: auditioning as transgender performers can be challenging
What is gender euphoria? Gender euphoria refers to a sense of intense happiness and fulfillment that one feels when their gender identity aligns with their true self. It is often described as a state...
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: The benefits of gender euphoria for authenticity and wellbeing
Trans authenticity refers to how individuals can come into their own and live out their truth as trans people, free from external pressures and expectations. Trans authenticity rejects traditional...
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: Trans authenticity: the importance of personal agency in gender expression
Trans authenticity refers to the way in which an individual's gender identity is expressed through their appearance, behavior, and social interactions.
This expression is limited by the...
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: Trans authenticity: exploring the limitations of language in expressing gender identity and attraction
Media representations of transgender experiences have become increasingly visible in recent years, leading to more nuanced portrayals of gender identities beyond the binary. This shift has been met...
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: Exploring transgender narratives in media: a critical analysis
It is crucial to acknowledge that there are various definitions of what constitutes an "ethical" and "accurate" depiction of transgender individuals in media. Some argue that this depends on how well...
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: The ethics of trans representation: sex, intimacy, and gender identity in media