Transgender individuals have faced discrimination and exclusion from many aspects of society for centuries, including within the military.
Recent years have seen an increased acceptance of these...
Transgender people have existed throughout human history but their presence has been largely ignored until recently. Since the late 20th century, they have become more visible in society due to...
How does trans self-making challenge conventional assumptions about moral agency, identity, and autonomy? Self-identity is the perception one has of oneself, which can be influenced by many factors...
What is the concept of bodily experience, what does it mean to be authentically yourself, and how do you establish an ethical relationship with others through your body? These are just some of the...
One area where cross-cultural research has been particularly important is the study of how gender norms affect transgender individuals' access to healthcare. Researchers have found that many...
Medical Professionals Navigate Moral Responsibility While Respecting Transgender Patients' Self-Identities
Medical professionals must be aware of their ethical obligations to treat all patients...
Gender identity is an essential part of human experience that is deeply intertwined with culture, society, and social norms. Transgender individuals have always existed throughout history but were...
Transgender individuals face unique challenges during their journey to discover who they are and how they want to express themselves. This process is often marked by feelings of confusion,...
Family influence on gender identity development
Families play a critical role in shaping an individual's sense of self, including their gender identity. Parents are the primary caregivers for...
Queer embodiment refers to the ways in which an individual's gender identity, sexual orientation, and expression are shaped and expressed through their physical body, behavior, clothing choices, and...