How to Support Your Trans Child, Part 6: Do Your Best and Give Yourself Grace
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How to Support Your Trans Child, Part 6: Do Your Best and Give Yourself Grace

Supporting your trans child is a journey that requires patience, understanding, and self-compassion. As you navigate this path, remember that it’s okay to make mistakes—what matters most is your willingness to learn and grow. Seeking support for parents of a trans child is just as important as providing care for your child. It’s vital to extend the same empathy and understanding to yourself that you give to your child, especially during difficult moments.

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Remembering Nex Benedict: A Tragic Loss and a Call for LGBTQ+ Youth Acceptance
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Remembering Nex Benedict: A Tragic Loss and a Call for LGBTQ+ Youth Acceptance

Nex Benedict's tragic death at just 16 years old serves as a sobering reminder of the ongoing challenges and discrimination faced by LGBTQ+ youth, particularly those who are transgender or non-binary. While the circumstances surrounding Nex's death are still under investigation, their story has reignited important conversations about creating safe and inclusive environments for LGBTQ+ students in schools.

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How to Support Your Trans Child, Part 5: Believe Them
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How to Support Your Trans Child, Part 5: Believe Them

When your trans child shares their truth with you, it’s crucial to believe them. Even if you have questions or concerns, remember that your child is revealing something deeply personal about their gender identity. By taking what they say at face value, you create a safe space for gender identity exploration, where your child feels validated and respected.

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How to Support Your Trans Child, Part 4: Ask Questions with an Open Mind
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How to Support Your Trans Child, Part 4: Ask Questions with an Open Mind

Supporting a trans child involves actively engaging in their trans experience with curiosity and an open mind. When you ask questions, ensure that you approach your child with genuine interest rather than judgment or bias. This approach is essential in supporting a trans child effectively, as your child will sense your authenticity and feel more comfortable sharing their true feelings and experiences.

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How to Support Your Trans Child, Part 3: Listen More Than You Speak
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How to Support Your Trans Child, Part 3: Listen More Than You Speak

When offering empathetic support to your trans child, one of the most important things you can do is to listen more than you speak. Active listening is a powerful way to show empathy, demonstrating to your child that their feelings and experiences genuinely matter to you. It can be tempting to offer advice or immediate solutions, but sometimes, what your child needs most is a space to express themselves without fear of judgment.

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The Urgent Need for LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health Support
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The Urgent Need for LGBTQ+ Youth Mental Health Support

The Trevor Project's 2024 U.S. National Survey on the Mental Health of LGBTQ+ Young People paints a sobering picture of the challenges faced by this vulnerable community. The key findings underscore the pressing need for comprehensive mental health resources and support systems tailored to LGBTQ+ youth.

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Why We Still Need Pride Celebrations in 2024
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Why We Still Need Pride Celebrations in 2024

Even in 2024, the LGBTQ+ community continues to face discrimination, marginalization, and threats to their basic rights in many parts of the world. From outdated laws criminalizing same-sex relationships to lack of legal protections against discrimination in housing, employment, and public services, the fight for full equality is far from over. Pride Month serves as an important reminder that we must remain vigilant and continue advocating for the rights and dignity of LGBTQ+ individuals everywhere.

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How to Support Your Trans Child, Part 1: Thank Them for Sharing
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How to Support Your Trans Child, Part 1: Thank Them for Sharing

For parents of trans kids, supporting your child begins with a simple yet powerful act: thanking them for sharing their true self with you. Many children and teenagers face significant challenges in finding the courage to open up about their gender identity. Your appreciation for their trust can have a profound and lasting impact on your relationship and their sense of self.

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Parental Support for Trans Kids: 20 Ways to Support Your Trans Child
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Parental Support for Trans Kids: 20 Ways to Support Your Trans Child

As a parent or caregiver of a trans child, teenager, or adult, your role in their journey is vital. Whether your child has recently come out or you’re further along in supporting their transition, your ongoing support is essential to their well-being and happiness. Parental support for trans kids is crucial, and understanding how to provide it effectively can make all the difference. To help you navigate this important journey, we’ve compiled 20 practical ways you can offer support to your trans child.

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Boy Scouts Rebrand: A Beacon of Inclusivity for LGBTQ+ Youth
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Boy Scouts Rebrand: A Beacon of Inclusivity for LGBTQ+ Youth

The Boy Scouts of America's rebranding to "Scouting America" is a significant milestone in promoting inclusivity and creating a safer space for LGBTQ+ youth. This move aligns with the organization's recent policy changes, allowing transgender boys to join in 2017 and girls to participate fully in 2019.

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Key Types of Hormone Therapy and Their Effects
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Key Types of Hormone Therapy and Their Effects

HRT and You: A blog series by Arrive Therapy

The overview:

Feminizing Hormone Therapy: Estrogen

Estrogen: Promotes feminine characteristics such as breast development, softer skin, and wider hips.

Anti-androgens: Blocks the production and effects of testosterone, aiding in the reduction of masculine features. 1,2.

Masculinizing Hormone Therapy: Testosterone 1,2.

Testosterone: Induces masculine characteristics including a deeper voice, increased body and facial hair, and a more muscular appearance. It also halts menstrual cycles

Gender Fluid Hormone Therapy:

Hormone therapy may be taken in small doses by individuals who don’t identify as strictly male or female, resulting in a more androgynous appearance.

Hormone therapy may be taken in small doses by individuals who don’t identify as strictly male or female, resulting in a more androgynous or feminine appearance. 1.

Five teenagers of varying genders and colors, expressing their unique personalities

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