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EPISODE · Jul 15, 2024 · 18 MIN

From Disorder to Diversity: Evolution of Medical Views on Gender Identity

from Gender Matters: Insights from a Physician · host Dr Shannon

In today's episode, we tackle a common misconception that frequently appears on social media: the belief that transgender and non-binary identities are mental health disorders. We'll dive deep into the history of how the medical community has evolved in its understanding and classification of gender diversity, discuss how to examine and challenge our own inherent biases and explore the importance of this work for healthcare providers to better serve their patients.Enjoyed this episode? Share it on social media or send the link to a colleague or a friend who’s curious about learning more about gender. For more insights, visit engenderlove.com and join our mailing list. Don’t forget to rate or review the podcast—your support helps more people discover and learn with us.Special thanks to Indy M W for the music. Like and follow him on Spotify, Apple, or wherever you get your music. 

In today's episode, we tackle a common misconception that frequently appears on social media: the belief that transgender and non-binary identities are mental health disorders. We'll dive deep into the history of how the medical community has evolved in its understanding and classification of gender diversity, discuss how to examine and challenge our own inherent biases and explore the importance of this work for healthcare providers to better serve their patients. Enjoyed this episode? Share...

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