This book examines what is meant by "sex" and "gender"--from typical gender roles and stereotypes, through those who transcend the usual categories of "male" and "female." It also addresses: -Differences between biological sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression -The quandary of persons who identify as a gender other than the biological sex assigned them at birth Intersex children and the current research -The public debate and rapidly changing legal protections for those outside the narrowly defined ...
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This book examines what is meant by "sex" and "gender"--from typical gender roles and stereotypes, through those who transcend the usual categories of "male" and "female." It also addresses: -Differences between biological sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression -The quandary of persons who identify as a gender other than the biological sex assigned them at birth Intersex children and the current research -The public debate and rapidly changing legal protections for those outside the narrowly defined gender norm -Ways readers can make society more cognizant and inclusive of gender variant individuals - This volume will include updated material, including thoroughly revised chapters, as well as new chapters, and a revised list of resources. Chapters will include more youth voices, additional profiles of prominent transgender youth, and if possible, more photos of transgender individuals.
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