Gender Identity

As the public becomes more mindful of gender variances, this book examines how more individuals—including young adults—have found the courage to express and celebrate their authentic selves. The book covers differences between biological sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.

Cynthia L. Winfield taught eighth-grade reading, writing, and language arts for over a decade before her retirement. She continues to review books for VOYA (Voice of Youth Advocates) magazine, which she has done for more than 25 years. Winfield is certified as a national Time To Teach! trainer-teaching classroom management strategies to educators.

Acknowledgments 1: Introduction 2: Gender: Is It All in Your Head? 3: Trans History through the Ages and across Cultures 4: Terminology: What Do All Those Words Mean? 5: Boy or Girl? Delivery Room Decisions and Intersex Bodies 6: Gender Conversations 7: Transformations 8: Legal Issues 9: Restroom Wars 10: Whole-Person Health: Familial, Physical, and Spiritual 11: Allies Are Defined by Actions: How You Can Make a Difference Appendix: WPATH Identity Recognition Statement Glossary Notes Resources Index About the Author