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Beschreibung

Find the transition path that's right for you

Transitioning is about becoming your authentic self-and it's your journey, done your way. Gender Transition For Dummies is here to help you figure out what works for you, tackle challenges with confidence, and find the support you deserve. You'll find practical advice on navigating the social, medical, and legal aspects of transition. Whatever stage you're at in the process, get clear, straightforward answers to all your biggest questions. Learn what to expect as you transition to the most vibrant, thriving version of you.

Inside...

Transgender and non-binary identifications Getting started with hormones Understanding surgery options Announcing your transition Handling questions and concerns Updating legal documents Finding supportive community Explore legal, medical, and communication pathways

Find the transition path that's right for you

Transitioning is about becoming your authentic self-and it's your journey, done your way. Gender Transition For Dummies is here to help you figure out what works for you, tackle challenges with confidence, and find the support you deserve. You'll find practical advice on navigating the social, medical, and legal aspects of transition. Whatever stage you're at in the process, get clear, straightforward answers to all your biggest questions. Learn what to expect as you transition to the most vibrant, thriving version of you.

Inside...

Transgender and non-binary identifications Getting started with hormones Understanding surgery options Announcing your transition Handling questions and concerns Updating legal documents Finding supportive community Explore legal, medical, and communication pathways
Über den Autor

Adrien Lawyer co-founded the Transgender Resource Center of New Mexico (TGRCNM) in 2007 to provide services, education, and advocacy for the transgender community.

T. Michael Trimm is the Executive Director at TGRCNM.

Erik Wolf is the Director of Operations at TGRCNM.

Molly McClain MD MPH MS is a board certified Family and Community Medicine physician who has been providing gender care for people of all ages for many years in New Mexico.

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Introduction 1

Part 1: Getting Familiar with Gender Transition 5

Chapter 1: Exploring Gender Transition Elements and Common Questions 7

Chapter 2: Looking More Closely at Gender Transition 25

Chapter 3: Planning for and Adapting with Gender Transition 37

Part 2: Managing Social Transition 57

Chapter 4: Changing Your Style and Appearance 59

Chapter 5: Changing Legal Documents 71

Chapter 6: Planning for the Future 83

Part 3: Navigating Medical Transition 93

Chapter 7: Considering Primary Healthcare 95

Chapter 8: Opting for Hormone Therapy 115

Chapter 9: Deciding to Undergo Surgery 135

Chapter 10: Changing Your Tune with Voice and Speech Therapy 155

Chapter 11: Planning a Family 165

Part 4: Finding Support for Your Journey 175

Chapter 12: Reaching Out for Transition Support 177

Chapter 13: Obtaining Mental Health Support 185

Part 5: The Part of Tens 195

Chapter 14: Ten (or So) Famous Transgender and Non-Binary People 197

Chapter 15: Ten Essential Topics to Discuss with Your Healthcare Provider 201

Chapter 16: Ten (or So) Trans-Friendly Organizations 209

Chapter 17: Ten Ways to Support Transgender and Non-Binary People 215

Index 223

Details
Erscheinungsjahr: 2025
Genre: Importe, Soziologie
Rubrik: Wissenschaften
Medium: Taschenbuch
Inhalt: Einband - flex.(Paperback)
ISBN-13: 9781394293186
ISBN-10: 1394293186
Sprache: Englisch
Einband: Kartoniert / Broschiert
Autor: Lawyer, Adrien
Trimm, T Michael
Wolf, Erik
Mcclain, Molly
Hersteller: Wiley
Verantwortliche Person für die EU: Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, D-36244 Bad Hersfeld, gpsr@libri.de
Maße: 234 x 188 x 13 mm
Von/Mit: Adrien Lawyer (u. a.)
Erscheinungsdatum: 18.03.2025
Gewicht: 0,318 kg
Artikel-ID: 129790835

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