Health
Friday, 03 July 2020
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We must include trans men and non-binary people when we talk about periods—here’s why
JK Rowling’s recent tweets have sparked fresh debate surrounding the equal treatment of people who menstruate. Here, we explore why gendered barriers should be broken down when it comes to menstruation and how to include the trans+ community in the convers...Read more ...
Monday, 22 June 2020
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Research Shows Trans Women Of Colour In Australia Are Particularly Vulnerable To Sexual Assault
Trans women of colour were twice as likely to report having been sexually assaulted ten or more times....Read more ...
Friday, 05 June 2020
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How to use talking therapy to support your child through transition
Talking therapy can be a supportive experience for parents navigating their way through their child’s transition....Read more ...
Friday, 05 June 2020
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Supporting Your Child's Mental Health During COVID-19 | Human Rights Campaign
In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, the HRC Foundation released a pair of resources to help parents and other family members promote the emotional well-being of their children....Read more ...
Friday, 05 June 2020
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New study evaluates facial feminization outcomes, benefits for transgender women
Previous studies have reported improved quality of life and mental health in transgender women undergoing facial feminization surgery (FFS) surgery to provide a more feminine facial appearance. But there is still limited evidence on these and other benefit...Read more ...
Friday, 05 June 2020
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Trans Rights In Global Recession–One Year After Transgender Removed From WHO List Of Diseases
One year since the World Health Organisation (WHO) declassified transgender people's gender dysphoria as a disease, trans rights are in a global recession, with coronavirus providing a cloak for the rollback of rights, say LGBT+ activists....Read more ...
Friday, 05 June 2020
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Why discrimination makes us sick
When sexual minorities live in regions of high stigma, not only is their heath affected, but so too is their healthcare use, according to a new study....Read more ...
Monday, 25 May 2020
Monday, 25 May 2020
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COVID-19 pandemic takes toll on mental health of sexual minorities
People from the queer community take to social media to share experiences with depression, loneliness and stigmatisation...Read more ...
Monday, 25 May 2020
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In the opioid crisis, young queer and trans men are navigating risk reduction on their own
The overdose crisis — coupled with a lack of accessible harm reduction services — represents a growing concern for young queer and trans men who use drugs....Read more ...
