The nosology associated with transgender phenomena is undergoing rapid revisions. For example, the terms cross-dresser and transvestite have fallen out of favor. The clinical definition of transvestism is much more restricted than the colloquial use of this term. It distinguishes between fetishistic transvestism that is sexually arousing and dual role transvestism that is not. Gender… Continue reading The Nosology of Transgender People
What is Transgender?
Transgender refers to people whose gender identity does not match the sex assigned at birth. People who feel this way can experience many kinds of distress. Participants often cited their chosen families (and less frequently, their families), their therapists or other health care providers, and LGBTQ+ spaces as places where they felt supported and accepted.… Continue reading What is Transgender?
What is a Trans Woman?
A trans woman is a person who was assigned male at birth but identifies as female and may undergo social or medical transition to become a woman. They are also sometimes known as MTF, which stands for male-to-female. Trans women often face discrimination from both racism and transphobia. They can experience depression symptoms at higher… Continue reading What is a Trans Woman?
What is Gender Identity?
Gender identity is an innate understanding of one’s own gender. Some people recognize this early on. Others may take longer to realize it. Gender-affirming individuals often use terms like transgender, genderfluid, and nonbinary to describe themselves. Those who know they are female but were assigned male at birth are called transwomen, while those who were… Continue reading What is Gender Identity?
Health Needs of Trans Men
Trans men are people who were assigned female at birth, but they identify as male. They often desire to transition from female to male. Hormone therapy is used to help men change their sex characteristics and gender expression. It can also be used to treat a number of health conditions, including fertility issues. Gynecological Care… Continue reading Health Needs of Trans Men
Trans Personals
Trans personals are a way for members of the transgender community to meet new people and find their dream partner. They also serve as a community for online communication and support. While there are plenty of free trans dating websites, some require a subscription fee to access the full features. We’ve rounded up some of… Continue reading Trans Personals
What is a Transvestite?
A transvestite is a person who wears women’s clothes. This is a type of cross-dressing, which is a form of fetishism and is also a kind of paraphilia. Often, this word is seen as derogatory and should not be used to describe individuals who are transgender. Instead, the term ‘transgender’ is preferable for this group… Continue reading What is a Transvestite?
What is Transgender?
Transgender is the term used to describe people who identify with a gender that is not traditionally male or female. It includes both those who want to undergo hormone therapy and surgery, as well as those who are not interested in transition-related medical interventions. Regardless of how they choose to express their gender, transgender individuals… Continue reading What is Transgender?
What is a Trans Woman?
A trans woman is a person who does not identify as the gender assigned to them at birth. She may also identify as nonbinary or acquiesce to her own sexual orientation. Many participants felt the need for economic support to help them achieve legal and physical gender affirmation, including assistance with makeup, hair removal, and… Continue reading What is a Trans Woman?
What is a Transsexual?
A transsexual is a person who identifies with the sex that is opposite to their assigned gender. They may transition to that sex through medical changes, including hormones and surgery. Initially, this term was used in the medical field to refer to people who had undergone gender-affirming surgeries. However, it has since expanded to include… Continue reading What is a Transsexual?