the difference between gender and sex
exploring your gender identity
expressing yourself beyond gender
getting ready to experiment with gender
to appear in a more feminine way:
to appear in a more masculine way:
for anyone considering medical interventions
what to do if you are considering permanent changes
sharing your gender with family members
conversations with family members
bumps in the road toward acceptance
expressing what you need in family relationships
middle, junior, and high school
bathrooms, locker rooms, and uniforms
chapter 5: friends and other peers
should I talk about my gender thoughts and experiences?
preparing for different reactions
dealing with negative experiences
sexual and romantic orientations
more about sexual and romantic identities
figuring out how, when, or if to come out to potential partners
safety when talking to partners
figuring out what brings you sexual pleasure (and what does not)
chapter 7: balancing multiple identities
chapter 8: dealing with the hard stuff
the stress of stepping outside of your “comfort zone”