Throughout human history, societies around the world have developed varying concepts of gender that affect the roles its citizens play in their communities. There is an equally rich history of individuals who reject, subvert, expand, or explore the gender roles of their society. This book serves as an accessible introduction to the history of gender and conversations on gender identity happening today. It encapsulates complex social issues at a lower reading level while delivering content that appeals to a high school audience. High-quality photographs and interesting graphic organizers present important information in an appealing and engaging fashion.
Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Contents -- Chapter 1: What is Gender Identity? -- Chapter 2: Forms of Being Transgender -- Chapter 3: Living as Transgender -- Chapter 4: Finding Support -- Glossary -- For More Information -- For Further Reading -- Index -- Back Cover
One of the most important topics in contemporary society, gender identity is a term many young people are familiar with and are using to express themselves. This thoughtful guide defines gender identity, explores the history of this topic, and examines the different ways gender identity is viewed today. By using recent data, expert opinions presented through annotated quotes, and critical thinking questions, readers are enabled to form their own opinions about gender identity. They will comprehend the issues associated with it and think more deeply about their own relationship with gender and its expression in the modern world.
Intro -- PSYCHOLOGY OF GENDER IDENTITY: AN INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE -- PSYCHOLOGY OF GENDER IDENTITY: AN INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE -- LIBRARY OF CONGRESS CATALOGING-IN-PUBLICATION DATA -- CONTENTS -- INTRODUCTION: AN INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVEON PSYCHOLOGY OF GENDER IDENTITY -- Chapter 1: BIOBEHAVIOURAL SCIENCE RESEARCH ON HUMAN SEXUAL ORIENTATION -- ABSTRACT -- PREVALENCE AND DISTRIBUTION OF SEXUAL ORIENTATION -- Genetics -- Sexual Differentiation of the Developing Brain and Sexual Orientation in Humans -- SOMATIC AND ANTHROPOMETRIC MARKERS -- NEUROANATOMY -- NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL STUDIES AND FUNCTIONAL CEREBRAL ASYMMETRY -- Prenatal Androgen Theory -- Maternal Immunisation Theory -- Prenatal Stress and Developmental Instability Accounts -- CONCLUSIONS: THE BIOBEHAVIOURAL SCIENCES AND SEXUAL ORIENTATION -- ABOUT THE AUTHOR -- REFERENCES -- Chapter 2: PERSONAL BELIEF, PERCEPTION AND GENDER IDENTITY -- ABSTRACT -- THE CONCEPT OF GENDER IDENTITY: TOWARD MULTIFACTORIAL AND TRANSCENDENT THEORIES -- SOCIAL COGNITION: A PRIMER -- THE SOCIAL COGNITION OF GENDER: GENDER IDENTITY AND GENDER SCHEMATICITY -- THE GENDER BELIEF SYSTEM: GENDER AS INTERACTION -- CONCLUSION -- REFERENCES -- Chapter 3: THE DEVELOPMENT OF GENDER IDENTITY: TIMETABLES AND INFLUENCES -- ABSTRACT -- DEFINING TERMINOLOGY -- TIMETABLES OF GENDER ROLE DEVELOPMENT -- Theoretical Standpoints -- Psychoanalytic Theory -- Evolutionary Theory -- Social Interactionist Theory -- Group Socialization Theory -- Social Cognitive Theory -- Gender Schema Theory -- Gender Identity Influences -- Biology -- Parents -- Peers -- Media Messages -- PROMOTING HEALTHY GENDER IDENTITY IN CHILDREN -- REFERENCES -- Chapter 4: MALE HOMOSEXUALITY, GENDER IDENTITY AND SIBLING SEX RATIO -- ABSTRACT -- SIBLING SEX RATIO IN HOMOSEXUAL MEN -- BOGAERT (2004-A) -- Samples -- Sibling Variables -- Sexual Attraction -- Results
"She/he/they/them. Why do we use gender pronouns? And why do some people wish to be referred to as "they"? What is gender identity all about? Students will learn to understand these terms and the reasons behind them. They will also learn how to deal with questions they may have about gender identity"--
"Gender identity is a concept that young people are talking about in increasingly open ways, and they need resources to help them better understand this complex topic. This sensitive and age-appropriate overview of gender identity features helpful definitions and explanations, an introduction to the use of preferred pronouns, and tips for talking to both peers and adults about this topic. Fact boxes and graphic organizers supplement the carefully researched main text, and full-color photographs make this topic more accessible and relatable for young readers. As they explore the informative text, they're encouraged to develop empathy and an appreciation for diversity"--
Gender identity is a concept that young people are talking about in increasingly open ways, and they need resources to help them better understand this complex topic. This sensitive and age-appropriate overview of gender identity features helpful definitions and explanations, an introduction to the use of preferred pronouns, and tips for talking to both peers and adults about this topic. Fact boxes and graphic organizers supplement the carefully researched main text, and full-color photographs make this topic more accessible and relatable for young readers. As they explore the informative narrative, they're encouraged to develop empathy and an appreciation for diversity.
Sexual orientation and gender identity are separate, distinct parts of people's overall identity. Equality and freedom from discrimination are human rights belonging to all people, however, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, gender diverse and intersex (LGBTI) people experience hostility in many areas of everyday life. This book explores issues involving sexual orientation, gender diversity and intersex status; and explains what equality means for people who are subjected to misunderstanding and homophobia. Also includes: worksheets and activities, fast facts, glossary, web links, index
Sexual orientation and gender identity are separate, distinct parts of people's overall identity. Equality and freedom from discrimination are human rights belonging to all people, however, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, gender diverse and intersex (LGBTI) people experience harassment and hostility in many areas of everyday life. Under recently enacted Australian law it is illegal to discriminate against a person on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity and intersex status. Same-sex couples are now also protected from discrimination under the definition of "marital or relationship status". This book explores issues involving sexual orientation, gender diversity and intersex status; and explains what equality means for people who are often subjected to misunderstanding and homophobia
Many researchers in recent years have begun to reflect on their gender identity and how this impacts on the research process and discuss how this helps build rapport with participants and creates successful or unsuccessful pieces of qualitative research. However, how does this intersect with other forms of identity, such as class, ethnicity, disability, age, sexuality? In this volume contributors explore these issues by reflecting on their own studies and research careers and address how important or unimportant gender has been in building research relationships. While the gender identity of the respondent/researcher relationship is undoubtedly important, what must also be acknowledged are the attributes which create a good fieldworker and competent social science researchers capable of understanding and engaging in different social situations and thought interaction with different participants.
Talk of gender identity is at the core of heated current philosophical and political debates. Yet, it is unclear what it means to have one. I examine several ways of understanding this concept in light of core aims of trans writers and activists. Most importantly, the concept should make good trans people's understanding of their own gender identities and help understand why misgendering is a serious harm and why it is permissible to require information about people's gender identities in public life. I conclude that none of the available accounts meets these essential criteria, on the assumption that the gender norms of femininity and masculinity are unjustified. But we can, and should, pursue the feminist project without "gender identity". Such feminism can include trans people because it is possible to account for the specific harm of misgendering without assuming a claim to the recognition of our gender identities. I conclude that we should eliminate the concept of "gender identity." To understand the phenomena that are putatively captured by "gender identity," we are better off employing other concepts, such as "sexual dysphoria," (assigned or aspirational) "gender roles," and (internalised or endorsed) "gender norms". These concepts can usefully replace "gender identity" in an individual evaluation of each of the trans people's claims to inclusion into particular spaces.