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What you need to know about rejection sensitive dysphoria, an extreme fear of rejection that can damage your relationships, according to a psychologist
Rejection sensitive dysphoria (RSD) isn't an officially recognized condition, but many people with …
Julia Pugachevsky
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Trans kids rarely change their minds about their gender, according to a years-long study tracking hundreds of children
The Trans Youth Project followed children as young as 3 who socially affirmed their gender with nam…
Andrea Michelson
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Texas abortion law could have 'traumatic' consequences for trans and nonbinary people who are forced to carry out a pregnancy, experts say
The legislation only refers to women. Pregnancy is defined as "the human female reproductive condit…
Yelena Dzhanova
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5 ways to handle everyday gender dysphoria
Affirming yourself with positive phrases, how you dress, and gear can help with everyday anxiety ab…
Canela López
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Why a UK ruling on gender-affirming care for kids could impact youth in the US, threatening access to treatment
The UK High Court ruled people under 16 are too young to consent to gender-affirming care after Kei…
Canela López
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'Wolf' star George MacKay spent months 'crawling around and howling' to get into character as a man with 'species dysphoria'
MacKay told Insider that he worked with a movement coach and watched "a ton of videos of wolves" to…
Debanjali Bose
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3 tips on how to feel less self-conscious about your appearance during constant video calls
As the country shuts down, many people are video-chatting more than ever, and that can make some bo…
Shira Feder
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How to know if you're experiencing gender dysphoria — and why it's important to address your feelings in 3 ways
Gender dysphoria is when your assigned gender at birth doesn't match the gender you identify as. He…
MK Manoylov,Ravi Iyengar
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I've been out as transgender in the US military for a decade, and I don't have any regrets
Sgt. Cathrine Schmid shares her journey as a trans soldier in the Army, detailing struggles with dy…
Ella Sherman
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Elon Musk's transgender daughter says he was an absent and 'cruel' father
Elon Musk's trans daughter responded to the billionaire's recent transphobic comments in an exclusi…
Erin Snodgrass,Lloyd Lee
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Iran may pay for you to be trans, but it comes with a cost your dignity
Iran funds gender-affirming surgeries. While that may seem progressive, BI's investigation reveals …
Joshua Nelken-Zitser,addition…
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I delayed getting my first tattoo because I didn't feel like my body belonged to me. After my gender transition, I fell in love with tattooing my new body.
Summer Tao always wanted a tattoo but felt uncomfortable in her skin. Once she transitioned, she go…
Summer Tao
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Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Sam Alito suggested that laws banning conversion therapy may violate the First Amendment
"It is beyond dispute that these laws restrict speech, and all restrictions on speech merit careful…
Madison Hall
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I used to hate packing my suitcase for trips because none of my clothes felt right. I eventually realized I wasn't packing for my true gender identity.
The writer felt depressed on every trip because their clothes didn't feel right. Eventually, they r…
Delia Harrington
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As a kid, I didn't know whether I was a boy or a girl. To protect myself from bullies, I suppressed my feelings for years.
When Austin Maguire found a childhood sketch they drew with the words, "I dont no if I am a girl or…
Austin Maguire
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Florida transgender girl's mom worries the state's law will tear her family apart
Florida's ban on medical treatment for transgender children is facing a challenge in court.
Sebastian Cahill,Associated P…
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As a trans person, I'm sometimes envious of my cisgender brother's body and his privilege. I feel guilty for my anger toward him.
When my brother tried on one of my old shirts, I became envious of his flat chest and how easily cl…
Miki Ratsula
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I'm transgender and have decided I don't want children. Instead, I'm prioritizing my physical and mental health.
L Brinks says having children would worsen their gender dysphoria, so they're prioritizing their me…
L Brinks
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Before transitioning, I struggled with disordered eating. Hormone-replacement therapy helped me overcome it.
Abby Jo Morris never liked her body growing up because she was experiencing gender dysphoria. HRT h…
Abby Jo Morris
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Chelsea Manning describes transitioning behind bars while serving her 7-year sentence: 'Prisons just don't prioritize medical care'
In an interview with NPR, the former intelligence analyst said prisoners need better access to care…