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A trans woman is a person who was assigned male at birth and has a female gender identity. They may experience gender dysphoria, a distress caused by the discrepancy between their gender identity and the sex assigned to them at birth. Many trans women have families that support their gender identity. They also form chosen… Continue reading Trans Woman and Gender Dysphoria

A person who identifies as a gender different from the one assigned at birth and seeks medical intervention, such as hormone therapy and surgery, to align their body with that identity. Some people who seek this intervention have a name change and/or legal changes on identity documents. Transsexual can also refer to a person who… Continue reading What is a Transsexual?

A trans man is a person who has a deep understanding of their masculine identity and goes through a transition process to align their external body with that identification. They may take hormone replacement therapy or undergo sex reassignment surgery. They often use he/him or his/his pronouns and wear clothing seen as male. Gender identity… Continue reading What is a Trans Man?

Many transgender people use dating apps to meet potential partners. However, these apps can leave a lot to be desired. Several of them have been criticized for using derogatory language and promoting transphobia. Some participants also reported being fetishised by men, where they are sexually desired only because of their trans identity or specific aspects… Continue reading How to Stay Safe With Transgender Dating Apps

A transvestite is someone who likes to cross-dress. This word is not to be confused with a drag queen or a drag king, which are used specifically for performers. It should also not be confused with transgender, which is a term that refers to people who live full-time in a gender that differs from their… Continue reading What is a Transvestite?

The transgender community is a diverse group that includes people who use male, female, and non-binary pronouns. If you aren’t sure which pronouns to use, ask the person you are interacting with. Some people choose not to transition and may use the sex they were assigned at birth. Others go through the process of reassignment… Continue reading What Is Transgender?

If you’re a trans woman, you know that being a woman isn’t just about makeup, surgery or hair. It’s about who you feel inside. Trans women often experience discrimination. Health programs should focus on psychosocial interventions that increase participants’ coping self-efficacy and support their social identity. They should also pursue anti-discrimination campaigns. Gender identity Gender… Continue reading Being a Trans Woman

Transgender is an umbrella term for anyone whose gender is different from the one assigned at birth. People often change their bodies, names, and legal identification to match their internal sense of gender. They may take hormones and have surgery to alter their appearances to more closely resemble their chosen genders. Many also seek counseling… Continue reading What is Transgender?

While cisgender males tend to adhere to hegemonic models of masculinity, trans men may express masculinity in different ways. These differences have clinical implications, and clinicians should be aware of them. Many trans men participate in sport, including organized team and individual sports at high school and college levels. They also engage in sexual behaviors… Continue reading Clinical Implications for Trans Men

Some participants reported strong negative reactions from people whose prejudices could threaten their safety. For instance, one participant described being misgendered by men who acted aggressively when they found out she was transgender. This transgender dating site encourages long term relationships and discourages one time hook-ups. It is available in nine languages and is free… Continue reading Top 5 Transgender Dating Apps