This presentation was developed for the Baltimore Police Department, June 30, 2016. It covers the basics of sex, gender, gender identity, and sexual orientation; sexual development; health, social and legal challenges faced by transgender persons; and best practice tips for improving police interactions with transgender community members. Updated from the previous (March 2016) posting.
This document discusses media management in criminal investigations. It provides guidance on properly handling media during police work like investigations. It outlines policies on media relations and releasing information to the public. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the media and their role, as well as establishing proper protocols for sharing information, especially during crisis situations. The goal is to enhance cooperation between police and media while ensuring the integrity of investigations and protecting privacy.
Inhalant disorders are induced by inhaling the aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons found in substances such as fuels, solvents, adhesives, aerosol propellants, and paint thinners. When inhaled, they cause euphoria, sedation, emotional lability, and impaired judgment.
Police patrol is an important activity for maintaining public safety and security. Officers perform various duties like enforcing traffic laws, responding to accidents and crimes, gathering information, and making decisions on how to resolve issues. Effective patrol requires skills like judgment, active listening, critical thinking and the ability to assess different situations. Police may patrol on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, car or other vehicles. Their goal is to prevent and respond to crimes while protecting the public.
The document discusses the risks children face from neglect and chemical dependency. It notes that neglect is the most common form of child abuse, and identifies factors that contribute to neglect like poverty, violence, and social isolation. The impacts of neglect include language delays, lower IQ, cognitive issues, and attachment problems. It then outlines symptoms of chemical dependency like blackouts, personality changes, tolerance, and withdrawal symptoms. The document explains the nature of abuse and dependency can include compulsion, craving, and denial.
This document discusses mental health and provides information on several related topics:
1. It defines mental health as a state of well-being where one can cope with stress and realize their abilities.
2. Several factors are discussed that affect mental health prevalence including treatment gaps, stigma, and epidemiological transitions.
3. Statistics on the prevalence of various mental disorders globally and in India are provided, showing a large proportion of populations affected. However, treatment gaps remain high.
1) The document discusses various factors that can contribute to drug abuse and addiction, including genetics, environment, trauma, mental illness, peer influence, and personality traits.
2) It identifies some specific contributing factors such as using drugs to pursue health, relieve pain, cope with alienation and pressure, satisfy curiosity, and fill emptiness. Easy drug availability, biomedical advances, and various social influences can also play a role.
3) The effects of drug abuse among youth are examined from social, financial, and health aspects. Solutions proposed include rehabilitation, education, public awareness campaigns, regulation of drug prescribing, penalties for drug dealing, and parental guidance.
The document summarizes Judith Butler's essay "Undiagnosing Gender" which examines the debate around the diagnosis of Gender Identity Disorder (GID) in the DSM. Butler argues that the diagnosis pathologizes transgender individuals and denies their autonomy. However, removing GID could limit access to transition-related healthcare. The conclusion is that while GID has benefits, it also restricts self-determination, and a solution balancing both issues has yet to be found.
This document discusses media management in criminal investigations. It provides guidance on properly handling media during police work like investigations. It outlines policies on media relations and releasing information to the public. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the media and their role, as well as establishing proper protocols for sharing information, especially during crisis situations. The goal is to enhance cooperation between police and media while ensuring the integrity of investigations and protecting privacy.
Inhalant disorders are induced by inhaling the aliphatic and aromatic hydrocarbons found in substances such as fuels, solvents, adhesives, aerosol propellants, and paint thinners. When inhaled, they cause euphoria, sedation, emotional lability, and impaired judgment.
Police patrol is an important activity for maintaining public safety and security. Officers perform various duties like enforcing traffic laws, responding to accidents and crimes, gathering information, and making decisions on how to resolve issues. Effective patrol requires skills like judgment, active listening, critical thinking and the ability to assess different situations. Police may patrol on foot, bicycle, motorcycle, car or other vehicles. Their goal is to prevent and respond to crimes while protecting the public.
The document discusses the risks children face from neglect and chemical dependency. It notes that neglect is the most common form of child abuse, and identifies factors that contribute to neglect like poverty, violence, and social isolation. The impacts of neglect include language delays, lower IQ, cognitive issues, and attachment problems. It then outlines symptoms of chemical dependency like blackouts, personality changes, tolerance, and withdrawal symptoms. The document explains the nature of abuse and dependency can include compulsion, craving, and denial.
This document discusses mental health and provides information on several related topics:
1. It defines mental health as a state of well-being where one can cope with stress and realize their abilities.
2. Several factors are discussed that affect mental health prevalence including treatment gaps, stigma, and epidemiological transitions.
3. Statistics on the prevalence of various mental disorders globally and in India are provided, showing a large proportion of populations affected. However, treatment gaps remain high.
1) The document discusses various factors that can contribute to drug abuse and addiction, including genetics, environment, trauma, mental illness, peer influence, and personality traits.
2) It identifies some specific contributing factors such as using drugs to pursue health, relieve pain, cope with alienation and pressure, satisfy curiosity, and fill emptiness. Easy drug availability, biomedical advances, and various social influences can also play a role.
3) The effects of drug abuse among youth are examined from social, financial, and health aspects. Solutions proposed include rehabilitation, education, public awareness campaigns, regulation of drug prescribing, penalties for drug dealing, and parental guidance.
The document summarizes Judith Butler's essay "Undiagnosing Gender" which examines the debate around the diagnosis of Gender Identity Disorder (GID) in the DSM. Butler argues that the diagnosis pathologizes transgender individuals and denies their autonomy. However, removing GID could limit access to transition-related healthcare. The conclusion is that while GID has benefits, it also restricts self-determination, and a solution balancing both issues has yet to be found.
This document defines what it means to be transgender and discusses some of the problems transgender people face. It explains that transgender people have a gender identity that differs from their sex assigned at birth. This can cause emotional distress when their body does not match their gender identity. The document also discusses terms related to gender identity, the difference between gender identity and sexual orientation, and some of the challenges transgender people face, such as discrimination, lack of acceptance, and difficulty navigating gendered systems and spaces. It notes that while being transgender can be difficult, advocacy groups and medical professionals can provide transgender people and their families with support.
this slide created to give knowledge about trans gender in india. it also covers the section of indian penal code and supreme court's decision ,related to them.
This document discusses gender identity disorders/gender dysphoria. It defines gender dysphoria as distress from a mismatch between biological sex and gender identity. Epidemiology shows prevalence is higher in male-assigned individuals. Etiology may include biological factors like brain organization and genetics. Treatment involves psychotherapy, hormone therapy, and sometimes surgery. Nursing diagnoses for patients include anxiety, stress, and low self-confidence related to their gender identity.
Marsha P. Johnson was a pioneering transgender activist known for participating in the 1969 Stonewall riots and co-founding the Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries. In the 1970s and 1980s, Johnson advocated for transgender rights and provided support to transgender youth. Johnson's death in 1992 was initially ruled a suicide but was later reopened as a possible homicide.
There are an estimated 1.4 million transgender adults in the United States, representing 0.6% of the population. However, gender identity is complex, with individuals experiencing their identity in different ways and at various stages of life. While media portrayals of transgender individuals have improved in recent years, many challenges remain. Brands that authentically support transgender communities and causes important to them see business benefits, yet navigating issues of representation and inclusion requires nuanced understanding. Continued advocacy aims to push culture toward greater acceptance.
The document summarizes the political rights of transgender people in India. It outlines how the Indian Supreme Court recognized transgender people as a third legal gender and directed governments to address discrimination against transgender people in areas like public sector jobs, education, and healthcare. It also discusses how the state of Tamil Nadu introduced the first transgender welfare policy in India providing benefits like free sex reassignment surgery and housing assistance. The document concludes by noting some examples of transgender people who have run for and held political offices in India.
This document defines and discusses various gender identities and sexual orientations, including transgender, homosexuality, bisexuality, and asexuality. It also covers commonly used terms when referring to transgender people and provides tips for being respectful. The document notes problems faced by transgender people such as higher rates of poverty, unemployment, harassment, and suicide attempts. It calls for rights such as equality in education, healthcare, employment, and protection under the law for transgender individuals.
This document discusses the hijra community in Pakistan. It explains that hijras have historically served as servants in Mughal courts but now live as social outcasts. Hijras live in groups led by a guru and earn income by performing at events like births and weddings. However, hijras face extreme discrimination and lack of access to education, employment, healthcare and other rights. Recently some legal protections and recognition have been granted, but overall hijras remain marginalized in Pakistani society.
The document summarizes interviews conducted with 12 transgender individuals about their experiences with therapy. Common themes that emerged were fears of being open with others or themselves, concerns that therapists don't understand the transgender experience, and feeling needing to educate therapists rather than receive help. While some found therapy helpful, others had unsupportive experiences where therapists tried to change them or didn't understand their identity. The interviews highlighted the power therapists have and importance of not making assumptions.
Providing safe, affirming and evidence based care for transgender persons: Th...HopkinsCFAR
Tonia Poteat, PhD, PA-C, MPH
Assistant Professor
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Jean-Michel Brevelle
Sexual Minorities Program Manager
Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
August 5, 2016
Ms. g malayang rights-based approach to genderrigelsuarez
The document provides an overview of a training module on integrating gender concepts into family planning and reproductive health. It defines key terms like gender, reproductive health and rights-based approach. Gender is socially constructed and influences health outcomes. Women typically have multiple roles and less access/control over resources than men. This can impact family planning needs and service delivery if gender biases are not addressed. Integrating a gender and rights perspective is important for equitable and effective reproductive healthcare.
This is a 10-word language game that can be used to familiarize large audiences with some of the words relative to sex, gender, and sexuality. Prepared for LGBTQ 201: Serving Transfeminine, Transmasculine, and Non-binary Survivors: March 31, 2016
This chapter discusses understanding personal gender and sexuality. It notes that sexuality is an integral part of human life at all stages, yet remains a taboo topic. The chapter aims to allow understanding of personal gender and sexuality and open communication about sexuality, which is important for understanding sexual behavior and health. It covers sexual orientation, gender identity, and the development of understanding one's sexuality during adolescence. The chapter also discusses the various types of sexual orientations like asexual, bisexual, gay, lesbian, and questioning. It notes that sexual orientation is influenced by biological and environmental factors and cannot be consciously changed. The chapter emphasizes that sexuality is a natural part of life and discusses aspects of sexual health.
William Allan Kritsonis, PhD, Editor-in-Chief, NATIONAL FORUM JOURNALS (Founded 1982). Article published by Dr. Joanna Hadjicostandi in the national refereed journal titled INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EDUCATION.
1. The document examines numerous influential factors that teens may consider when making decisions about sexual activity, including family structure, media influences, cultural attitudes, and religion. It notes that teen pregnancy is influenced by a combination of these interconnected societal and personal factors.
2. A case study of 62 students at an alternative school for pregnant and parenting teens provided insights into how teens view their situation and how it compares to literature on teen pregnancy.
3. There is no single cause of teen pregnancy; it arises due to a complex interplay of societal, cultural, and personal influences that uniquely affect each individual.
Trauma and Health Issues Among LGBTQ Youthjayembee
This presentation describes the impacts of trauma and minority stress on LGBTQ youth and discusses resultant health outcomes. Targeted resources for providers are highlighted.
The document provides a guide to thinking about sexuality by answering common questions about queer basics. It begins by defining key terms - gender is a social construct distinct from biological sex, and sexuality represents one's desires. It discusses that homosexuality is a natural part of human sexuality, not a choice or mental illness, and cannot be cured. It rejects the myths that homosexuality spreads disease or links to illegal acts. The document argues that notions of "natural", "normal", and culture are socially constructed and have changed over time to become more inclusive of diversity in sexuality. It notes that homosexuality was decriminalized in India in 2009 but still faces challenges. The document discusses that queer people can fulfill family roles and that various relationships models exist among both
This document discusses topics related to gender identity and transgender health. It provides definitions for terms like cisgender, transgender, gender non-binary, gender fluid, and gender spectrum. It examines theories of gender identity development and discusses challenges faced by the transgender community, like higher risks for HIV and other STIs. Guidelines are presented for screening and risk assessment of transgender individuals to address their specific healthcare needs. References are also provided for further reading.
CHAPTER 1 Introducing the Dimensions of Human SexualityFEATURES.docxcravennichole326
CHAPTER 1 Introducing the Dimensions of Human Sexuality
FEATURES
· Gender Dimensions The Multifaceted of Dimension of Gender
· Ethical Dimensions Should Human Embryos Be Used for Stem Cell Research?
· Global Dimensions The Islamic Influence
· Communication Dimensions The CERTS Model
· Multicultural Dimensions Pregnancy and Health
· Communication Dimensions Talking About Your Human Sexuality Class
CHAPTER OBJECTIVES
· 1 Identify and discuss the dimensions of human sexuality, including biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors.
· 2 Discuss the historical aspects of human sexuality, including the sexual revolution, the role of gender, and the role of culture.
· 3 Apply critical thinking methods to human sexuality.
· 4 Outline the reasons to study human sexuality, including the steps of the decision-making process.
go.jblearning.com/dimensions5e
Global Dimensions: Male Genital Mutilation and Circumcision Practices
Prostate Cancer
Care from Organizations and Available Publications
INTRODUCTION
Let us begin our exploration of the many dimensions of human sexuality by examining how they affect the life of one person: Lisa, an 18-year-old college freshman, involved in her first serious—and sexual—relationship. After several months of dating, Lisa experiences the scare of her life: Her period is late. After a few days she purchases a home-pregnancy kit. As she waits until the morning to take the test, she begins to think about the role of sexuality in her life.
Like most people who grow up in the United States today, Lisa received basic sexuality education in public school. But that brief overview—which Lisa and her friends giggled through—touched only on the physical aspects of reproduction. Nothing prepared her for the emotions she felt during her current relationship, or how her social and cultural upbringing would affect her sexual behavior.
Lisa is a Korean American, a member of a family who respect heritage and tradition. Her parents, a university professor and a homemaker, were born in Korea and had an arranged marriage. The traditional Korean view of sexuality is conservative, and virginity is highly prized for marriage. Although Lisa holds on to many traditional views, she also struggles with the permissive attitude toward sexuality that prevails in the U.S. culture today—an attitude that her boyfriend shares (Brennan, 1999).
An unexpected pregnancy for Lisa would be a major tragedy in her family. Pregnancy outside marriage would shame not only the individual (and make her an “unperson”) but also the entire family. Her family could choose to exile her.
Korean Americans tend not to tolerate secrecy by children and exert strict parental control. The Korean culture discourages open discussion of feelings and seeking out of psychological counseling. Thus Lisa is in a crisis because she feels she cannot tell her parents, but she also cannot tell anyone else (who may in turn tell her parents). In fact, Lisa has yet to tell her boy ...
Beyond PrEP: Intersectionality, Resilience & the Health of Black MSMJim Pickett
David Malebranche's, University of Pennsylvania, presentation at the Sex in the City II: Men, Sex, Love and HIV conference, held in Chicago on September 25, 2014. Sponsored by AIDS Foundation of Chicago and other partners.
The document discusses gender, health, and equity. It defines gender as social roles and interactions that produce power relations, while sex refers to biological differences. A bio-cultural approach recognizes that gender and sex interact, as social differences can have biological elements and vice versa. Systematic gender differences exist in areas like division of labor, education, medical access, and social liberties associated with resources. Measures of gender inequality in health include mortality, morbidity, healthcare access and quality, clinical research, and health outcomes. The document calls for addressing gender inequities in health through improving access to services, cultural sensitivity in programs, and political and economic equity.
This document defines what it means to be transgender and discusses some of the problems transgender people face. It explains that transgender people have a gender identity that differs from their sex assigned at birth. This can cause emotional distress when their body does not match their gender identity. The document also discusses terms related to gender identity, the difference between gender identity and sexual orientation, and some of the challenges transgender people face, such as discrimination, lack of acceptance, and difficulty navigating gendered systems and spaces. It notes that while being transgender can be difficult, advocacy groups and medical professionals can provide transgender people and their families with support.
this slide created to give knowledge about trans gender in india. it also covers the section of indian penal code and supreme court's decision ,related to them.
This document discusses gender identity disorders/gender dysphoria. It defines gender dysphoria as distress from a mismatch between biological sex and gender identity. Epidemiology shows prevalence is higher in male-assigned individuals. Etiology may include biological factors like brain organization and genetics. Treatment involves psychotherapy, hormone therapy, and sometimes surgery. Nursing diagnoses for patients include anxiety, stress, and low self-confidence related to their gender identity.
Marsha P. Johnson was a pioneering transgender activist known for participating in the 1969 Stonewall riots and co-founding the Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries. In the 1970s and 1980s, Johnson advocated for transgender rights and provided support to transgender youth. Johnson's death in 1992 was initially ruled a suicide but was later reopened as a possible homicide.
There are an estimated 1.4 million transgender adults in the United States, representing 0.6% of the population. However, gender identity is complex, with individuals experiencing their identity in different ways and at various stages of life. While media portrayals of transgender individuals have improved in recent years, many challenges remain. Brands that authentically support transgender communities and causes important to them see business benefits, yet navigating issues of representation and inclusion requires nuanced understanding. Continued advocacy aims to push culture toward greater acceptance.
The document summarizes the political rights of transgender people in India. It outlines how the Indian Supreme Court recognized transgender people as a third legal gender and directed governments to address discrimination against transgender people in areas like public sector jobs, education, and healthcare. It also discusses how the state of Tamil Nadu introduced the first transgender welfare policy in India providing benefits like free sex reassignment surgery and housing assistance. The document concludes by noting some examples of transgender people who have run for and held political offices in India.
This document defines and discusses various gender identities and sexual orientations, including transgender, homosexuality, bisexuality, and asexuality. It also covers commonly used terms when referring to transgender people and provides tips for being respectful. The document notes problems faced by transgender people such as higher rates of poverty, unemployment, harassment, and suicide attempts. It calls for rights such as equality in education, healthcare, employment, and protection under the law for transgender individuals.
This document discusses the hijra community in Pakistan. It explains that hijras have historically served as servants in Mughal courts but now live as social outcasts. Hijras live in groups led by a guru and earn income by performing at events like births and weddings. However, hijras face extreme discrimination and lack of access to education, employment, healthcare and other rights. Recently some legal protections and recognition have been granted, but overall hijras remain marginalized in Pakistani society.
The document summarizes interviews conducted with 12 transgender individuals about their experiences with therapy. Common themes that emerged were fears of being open with others or themselves, concerns that therapists don't understand the transgender experience, and feeling needing to educate therapists rather than receive help. While some found therapy helpful, others had unsupportive experiences where therapists tried to change them or didn't understand their identity. The interviews highlighted the power therapists have and importance of not making assumptions.
Providing safe, affirming and evidence based care for transgender persons: Th...HopkinsCFAR
Tonia Poteat, PhD, PA-C, MPH
Assistant Professor
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Jean-Michel Brevelle
Sexual Minorities Program Manager
Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
Johns Hopkins School of Medicine
August 5, 2016
Ms. g malayang rights-based approach to genderrigelsuarez
The document provides an overview of a training module on integrating gender concepts into family planning and reproductive health. It defines key terms like gender, reproductive health and rights-based approach. Gender is socially constructed and influences health outcomes. Women typically have multiple roles and less access/control over resources than men. This can impact family planning needs and service delivery if gender biases are not addressed. Integrating a gender and rights perspective is important for equitable and effective reproductive healthcare.
This is a 10-word language game that can be used to familiarize large audiences with some of the words relative to sex, gender, and sexuality. Prepared for LGBTQ 201: Serving Transfeminine, Transmasculine, and Non-binary Survivors: March 31, 2016
This chapter discusses understanding personal gender and sexuality. It notes that sexuality is an integral part of human life at all stages, yet remains a taboo topic. The chapter aims to allow understanding of personal gender and sexuality and open communication about sexuality, which is important for understanding sexual behavior and health. It covers sexual orientation, gender identity, and the development of understanding one's sexuality during adolescence. The chapter also discusses the various types of sexual orientations like asexual, bisexual, gay, lesbian, and questioning. It notes that sexual orientation is influenced by biological and environmental factors and cannot be consciously changed. The chapter emphasizes that sexuality is a natural part of life and discusses aspects of sexual health.
William Allan Kritsonis, PhD, Editor-in-Chief, NATIONAL FORUM JOURNALS (Founded 1982). Article published by Dr. Joanna Hadjicostandi in the national refereed journal titled INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF EDUCATION.
1. The document examines numerous influential factors that teens may consider when making decisions about sexual activity, including family structure, media influences, cultural attitudes, and religion. It notes that teen pregnancy is influenced by a combination of these interconnected societal and personal factors.
2. A case study of 62 students at an alternative school for pregnant and parenting teens provided insights into how teens view their situation and how it compares to literature on teen pregnancy.
3. There is no single cause of teen pregnancy; it arises due to a complex interplay of societal, cultural, and personal influences that uniquely affect each individual.
Trauma and Health Issues Among LGBTQ Youthjayembee
This presentation describes the impacts of trauma and minority stress on LGBTQ youth and discusses resultant health outcomes. Targeted resources for providers are highlighted.
The document provides a guide to thinking about sexuality by answering common questions about queer basics. It begins by defining key terms - gender is a social construct distinct from biological sex, and sexuality represents one's desires. It discusses that homosexuality is a natural part of human sexuality, not a choice or mental illness, and cannot be cured. It rejects the myths that homosexuality spreads disease or links to illegal acts. The document argues that notions of "natural", "normal", and culture are socially constructed and have changed over time to become more inclusive of diversity in sexuality. It notes that homosexuality was decriminalized in India in 2009 but still faces challenges. The document discusses that queer people can fulfill family roles and that various relationships models exist among both
This document discusses topics related to gender identity and transgender health. It provides definitions for terms like cisgender, transgender, gender non-binary, gender fluid, and gender spectrum. It examines theories of gender identity development and discusses challenges faced by the transgender community, like higher risks for HIV and other STIs. Guidelines are presented for screening and risk assessment of transgender individuals to address their specific healthcare needs. References are also provided for further reading.
CHAPTER 1 Introducing the Dimensions of Human SexualityFEATURES.docxcravennichole326
CHAPTER 1 Introducing the Dimensions of Human Sexuality
FEATURES
· Gender Dimensions The Multifaceted of Dimension of Gender
· Ethical Dimensions Should Human Embryos Be Used for Stem Cell Research?
· Global Dimensions The Islamic Influence
· Communication Dimensions The CERTS Model
· Multicultural Dimensions Pregnancy and Health
· Communication Dimensions Talking About Your Human Sexuality Class
CHAPTER OBJECTIVES
· 1 Identify and discuss the dimensions of human sexuality, including biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors.
· 2 Discuss the historical aspects of human sexuality, including the sexual revolution, the role of gender, and the role of culture.
· 3 Apply critical thinking methods to human sexuality.
· 4 Outline the reasons to study human sexuality, including the steps of the decision-making process.
go.jblearning.com/dimensions5e
Global Dimensions: Male Genital Mutilation and Circumcision Practices
Prostate Cancer
Care from Organizations and Available Publications
INTRODUCTION
Let us begin our exploration of the many dimensions of human sexuality by examining how they affect the life of one person: Lisa, an 18-year-old college freshman, involved in her first serious—and sexual—relationship. After several months of dating, Lisa experiences the scare of her life: Her period is late. After a few days she purchases a home-pregnancy kit. As she waits until the morning to take the test, she begins to think about the role of sexuality in her life.
Like most people who grow up in the United States today, Lisa received basic sexuality education in public school. But that brief overview—which Lisa and her friends giggled through—touched only on the physical aspects of reproduction. Nothing prepared her for the emotions she felt during her current relationship, or how her social and cultural upbringing would affect her sexual behavior.
Lisa is a Korean American, a member of a family who respect heritage and tradition. Her parents, a university professor and a homemaker, were born in Korea and had an arranged marriage. The traditional Korean view of sexuality is conservative, and virginity is highly prized for marriage. Although Lisa holds on to many traditional views, she also struggles with the permissive attitude toward sexuality that prevails in the U.S. culture today—an attitude that her boyfriend shares (Brennan, 1999).
An unexpected pregnancy for Lisa would be a major tragedy in her family. Pregnancy outside marriage would shame not only the individual (and make her an “unperson”) but also the entire family. Her family could choose to exile her.
Korean Americans tend not to tolerate secrecy by children and exert strict parental control. The Korean culture discourages open discussion of feelings and seeking out of psychological counseling. Thus Lisa is in a crisis because she feels she cannot tell her parents, but she also cannot tell anyone else (who may in turn tell her parents). In fact, Lisa has yet to tell her boy ...
Beyond PrEP: Intersectionality, Resilience & the Health of Black MSMJim Pickett
David Malebranche's, University of Pennsylvania, presentation at the Sex in the City II: Men, Sex, Love and HIV conference, held in Chicago on September 25, 2014. Sponsored by AIDS Foundation of Chicago and other partners.
The document discusses gender, health, and equity. It defines gender as social roles and interactions that produce power relations, while sex refers to biological differences. A bio-cultural approach recognizes that gender and sex interact, as social differences can have biological elements and vice versa. Systematic gender differences exist in areas like division of labor, education, medical access, and social liberties associated with resources. Measures of gender inequality in health include mortality, morbidity, healthcare access and quality, clinical research, and health outcomes. The document calls for addressing gender inequities in health through improving access to services, cultural sensitivity in programs, and political and economic equity.
The document discusses definitions of homosexuality and bisexuality, as well as negative stereotypes, impacts, and conflicts faced by LGBTQ individuals. It then outlines the objectives, variables, tools, and results of a survey conducted in Kolkata, India on the relationship between intra-personal and inter-personal conflicts experienced by homosexual and bisexual individuals. The survey found that socioeconomic status, family support, societal awareness and norms significantly influence psychological conflicts. Resilience factors and implications for increasing social support and awareness are discussed.
The document discusses key concepts related to gender, including:
- Gender refers to the social roles, behaviors, activities, and attributes that a society considers appropriate for men and women. It is distinct from sex, which refers to biological characteristics.
- Gender is socially constructed and varies across cultures, while sex is a biological and physical categorization.
- Patriarchy describes a social system where males hold primary power, and where societies are organized around male authority. It influences the control of women's productive, reproductive, and sexual abilities.
- Gender stereotypes overgeneralize traits based on gender without recognizing individual differences. They can promote inaccurate and simplistic views of men and women.
This document provides information about sexual health and sexuality. It begins with introducing sexuality as an important part of identity and discusses professionals' responsibility to provide holistic sexual health care. It then defines key terminology, components of sexual health, factors that can influence sexuality, stages of psychosexual development, the sexual response cycle, and common sexual dysfunctions.
This document provides information about sexual health and sexuality. It begins with introducing sexuality as an important part of identity and discusses professionals' responsibility to provide holistic sexual health care. It then defines key terminology, components of sexual health, factors that can influence sexuality, stages of psychosexual development, the sexual response cycle, and common sexual dysfunctions.
EXERCISE 2.6 APPRAISE YOUR ABILITY TO WORK WITH DIVERSITYAs a hBetseyCalderon89
EXERCISE 2.6: APPRAISE YOUR ABILITY TO WORK WITH DIVERSITY
As a helper, you will meet clients who differ from you in many ways: abilities, accent, age, attractiveness, color, developmental stage, disabilities, economic status, education, ethnicity, fitness, gender, group culture, health, national origin, occupation, personal culture, personality variables, politics, problem type, religion, sexual orientation, social status, and values—to name some of the major categories. These differences come with inherent advantages and disadvantages. Your ability to work with clients who are different, and sometimes quite different, from you is one of the major requirements for being an effective helper. On a scale of 1-7 (with 7 a very high score), rate yourself on the following statements. Try to be as honest as possible in your self-appraisal. We all have room for growth when it comes to being aware and positively embracing diversity. Just look around the world.
• I enjoy meeting and interacting with people who are different from me.
• I would not like to live (don’t like living) in a homogeneous culture.
• Even when my initial reactions to people are negative, I try to understand rather than judge them.
• I fully understand that people (including myself) are not perfect and I make reasonable allowances for this.
• I probably have blind spots when it comes to the way I treat people, but I’d like to know what they are so that I can deal with them.
• I see culture as a two-way street: I want to understand and respect the cultural differences of others, but I also expect them to do the same for me.
• I realize that my understanding of other people’s cultures will always be partial and fallible.
• I want to understand others in the key diversity and cultural contexts of their lives.
• Because of the richness of human diversity, when I meet and deal with others I am always a learner.
• I think that it is important for me to understand whatever diversity and cultural biases (such as racism, anti-Arabism, anti-Semitism, and the like) I have and to deal with them.
• Although I realize that differences can be a cause of conflict, I believe that differences can also be a source of human enrichment.
Consider your high scores and your low scores. Share key insights about yourself with a friend or learning partner.
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This document provides an overview of a presentation on communicating for success and improving health outcomes for transgender people. The presentation's agenda includes discussing definitions, language usage, gender identity, collecting data on sexual orientation and gender identity, asking questions sensitively, and providing affirming care. The presentation emphasizes that gender affirmation across social, psychological, medical, and legal domains is key to engagement and retention of transgender people in health services. Affirming care involves using preferred names and pronouns, deferring unnecessary exams, conducting sensitive exams only when needed, and acknowledging barriers transgender people face.
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Intimate Partner Violence and LGBT Relationshipsjayembee
This presentation describes how LGBT relationships are impacted by intimate partner abuse (IPV), and how these effects are similar or different to heterosexual relationships. A brief review of policy and law is included.
This presentation covers the essential information about Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), including transmission, treatment, prevention, and national and Maryland statistics. Presented by Jill Smith, MHS, CAC-AD, Maryland Department of Health.
This presentation covers essential information about viral hepatitis, with and emphasis on types A, B & C; prevention strategies; current screening and treatment recommendations; and links to informational videos for further study. Presented by Boatemaa Ntiri-Reid, JD, MPH, Chief, Center for Viral Hepatitis and Kirstie L. Neal, MPH, Adult Viral Hepatitis Prevention Coordinator for the Maryland Department of Health.
This is Tuberculosis 101, including history; current stats; Maryland resources. This presentation is part of a full day Infectious Disease 101 training.
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This presentation presents information about the national CLAS Standards, defines culture, and explores the intersections of culture and health. Medical mistrust and its impact on health seeking behaviors is also examined.
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Intro to Gender Minorities - Baltimore Police Dept., June 30 2016
1. WELCOME TO
Introduction to Gender
Minorities
Jean-Michel Brevelle
Sexual Minorities Program Manager
Infectious Disease Prevention and Health Services Bureau
Prevention and Health Promotion Administration
Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
June 30, 2016 Presented to members of the Baltimore Police Department
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By the end of this presentation, you will be
able to:
Recognize the difference between sex, gender, and
sexual orientation
Discuss the impact of violence and societal
oppression on transgender communities
Use culturally responsive language when interacting
with transgender individuals
Identify community resources for transgender
individuals
3. “I know you think you understand
what you thought I said but I'm not
sure you realize that what you
heard is not what I meant.”
Alan Greenspan
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Sex
Biological identity – specific body design that constitutes
our understanding of sex. (e.g, penis and testes for males,
vagina and ovaries for females.) Current social
preferences do not tolerate a mixing of physical sexual
characteristics (e.g. intersex individuals born with mixed or
ambiguous characteristics).
Gender
Psychosocial identity – your sense of maleness,
femaleness, or otherness as it relates to social and cultural
expectations of gender (M/F) roles. Gender expressions
are categorized mannerisms that culture and society
attributes, reserves, and expects from individuals based on
their biological sex. Gender has 3 basic components:
identity, expression, and attribution.
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Gender Identity
Gender identity is a person's internal, personal sense
of being a man, a woman, both, neither, or another
non-binary gender. For transgender people, the sex
they were assigned at birth and their own internal
gender identity do not match.
Gender identity is formed very early in human
development and, in its most fundamental sense, is
not related to the way in which a child is raised.
An internal sense of gender is a deeply engrained and
enduring trait that presents challenges when not
aligned with the physical sexual attributes of the body.
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Transgender is a term used to describe people
whose gender identity differs from the sex the
doctor marked on their original birth certificate.
This can also be an umbrella term inclusive of
many people with diverse gender experiences,
such as people who identify as transexual,
genderqueer, bigender, agender, two-spirit, and
others.
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Gender Non-Conforming
A person whose mannerisms, appearance
(clothing, hair, use of cosmetics, etc.), social
roles, and other gender-labeled traits differ from
societal expectation (e.g., “feminine” behavior or
appearance in a male, “masculine” behavior or
appearance in a woman). (Sometimes also
referred to as gender variance, gender-variant.)
Gay, lesbian, and bisexual people are also often
labeled by others as gender non-conforming.
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Cisgender
According to the Oxford English Dictionary:
“Denoting or relating to a person whose self-
identity conforms with the gender that
corresponds to their biological sex; not
transgender.”
That is, a person whose gender identity and
expression aligns (agrees) with the social and cultural
expectations of their sex assigned at birth. (Literally,
“on this side of” (cis-) gender. )
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Heteronormative
A term to describe any of a set of societal norms
that hold that people fall into distinct and
complementary genders (man and woman) with
natural roles in life. It also holds that
heterosexuality is the normal sexual orientation,
and states that sexual and marital relations are
most (or only) fitting between a man and a
woman. Consequently, a heteronormative view is
one that involves alignment of biological sex,
sexuality, gender identity, and gender roles.
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Sexual Orientation
Refers to the sex of those to whom one is erotically and
romantically attracted.
Categories of sexual orientation typically have included
attraction to members of one’s own sex (gay men or
lesbians), attraction to members of the other sex
(heterosexuals), and attraction to members of both
sexes (bisexuals). While these categories continue to be
widely used, research has suggested that sexual
orientation does not always appear in such definable
categories and instead occurs on a continuum.
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Identity
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Sexual Orientation is about who you are
attracted to and fall in love with
Gender Identity is about your own sense
of self
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Sexual Orientation
Putting it All Together
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13. SEX GENDER
SEXUAL
ORIENTATION
- CHROMOSOMES
- GENITALIA
- REPRODUCTIVE
ORGANS
- SECONDARY SEX
CHARACTERISTICS
-IDENTITY: SELF-
CONCEPT
AS MALE / FEMALE /
OTHER
- EXPRESSION:
COMMUNICATING YOUR
GENDER TO OTHERS
- ATTRIBUTION: WHAT
OTHERS SEE AND
RESPOND TO
Biological
Psycho-Social
EROTIC & EMOTIONAL
ATTRACTION TO
OTHERS
Biological &
Psycho-
Social
Sex, Gender, Sexual
Orientation
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14. Traditional Binary Gender
Model
Biological Sex:
hormones, genitalia,
secondary sex
characteristics
Gender Identity:
“I am…” self-concept
Sexual Orientation:
erotic, emotional attraction
to others
Male Female
Masculine Feminine
Women Men
Gender Expression:
mannerisms, role, social
context
Man Woman
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*GENDERLINE*DONOTCROSS!
15. Gender Continuum Model
Biological Sex:
hormones, genitalia,
secondary sex
characteristics
Gender Identity:
“I am …” self-concept
Sexual Orientation:
erotic, emotional
attraction to others
Male FemaleIntersex
Man Bigender Nongender
women menboth neither other
Many configurations are possible
Gender Expression:
mannerisms, role,
social context
Masculine FeminineAndrogynous Neutral
Woman
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We All Began
As Female
17. A Little Biology
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Sugar and spice and
Everything nice;
That’s what little girls
are made of.
Snips and snails and
Puppy dog tails;
That’s what little boys
are made of.
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Formation of External Genitalia
6-9 weeks
18-20
weeks
6-7 weeks: Neural
tube closes to form
forebrain,
midbrain, and
hindbrain sections.
Meanwhile, over at the
brain…
24-26 weeks: Brain
stem almost fully
formed; supports
basic life and
neural responsive
functions.
25-40 weeks:
Brain development
completes to
include familiar
structure.
10-17
weeks
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Differences of exposure of a fetal or infant brain to sex
hormones produce significant differences of brain structure
and function which correlate with gender identity and sexual
behavior.
Androgen receptors and estrogen receptors have been
identified in brains.
Several sex-specific genes not dependent on sex steroids are
expressed differently in male and female human brains.
The absence of the genes that generate male genitalia do not
single handedly lead to a female brain. The male brain
requires more hormones, such as testosterone, in order to
properly differentiate. These hormones are released due to a
gene expressed during embryonic development.
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7 months
Infants can begin to tell the difference between male
and female voices. Infants can tell the difference
between their mother’s and their father’s voices.
They will often turn their head toward mother or
father when she or he is talking.
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12 months
Infants begin to tell the difference between male and
female faces. Infants will also spend more time
looking at their mother and/or father than at other
less familiar people. At this age, infants will turn to a
woman’s face if they hear a woman speaking; they
will look at a man’s face if they hear a man
speaking.
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2 years
Toddlers begin to use gender stereotypes in their
play. Young girls begin to play with “girls’ toys”, and
young boys play with “boys’ toys”. Parents also may
treat their children differently. Many young girls are
dressed in “pretty” clothing and treated very
delicately. Young boys are often dressed in “cute”
clothes that are easy to move around in. Boys are
often encouraged to be active and strong.
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2 – 3 years
At this age, young children are developing gender
identity. This means that they begin to label
themselves and others as male or female. They can
use words to label friends, family, and themselves
as a boy or a girl.
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3 – 4 years
Children at this age begin to use gender typing.
They like putting things in categories, and gender is
one way to do that. For example, a three-year-old
child may think that trucks are male toys, because
boys usually play with trucks.
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4 – 6 years
Children at this age begin to understand and use
gender scripts. This is another way to put things
into categories. Instead of grouping things, they put
events or activities in groups related to gender. For
example, a five-year-old child may think that a
person putting on make-up has to be female. That
child may also think that only males lift weights, so
everyone lifting weights must be male.
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6 – 7 years
Before this age, boys might think that they will grow
up to be women; girls might think that they will be
daddies when they are older. By age 6 or 7 though,
most children understand and believe that a
person’s gender is constant.
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29. Obstacles Trans* People Must
Overcome in Everyday Life
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Physical &
Mental Health
Safety & Physical
Security
Legal Documentation
& Relationships
Employment & Self-
Sufficiency
Employment Obstacles
• Job discrimination
• Unemployment
• Poverty
• Sex work as survival
Legal Obstacles
• Lack of appropriate identity
documents
•Tenuous parenting rights
Health Obstacles
• Deficient, inferior
healthcare
• Lack of insurance
• Harmful self-treatment
• Inter-related health
problems
Safety Obstacles
• Violence & abuse
• Homelessness
• Unsafe public restrooms
• Unsafe schools
• Unsafe systems of care /
corrections
30. Poverty and Unemployment
Source: The State of Gay and Transgender Communities of Color in 2012, Center for American Progress.
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Transgender
Americans are
TWICE as likely
as the general
population to
make less than
$10,000 per
year.
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Accommodations
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Source: Grant, Jaime M., Lisa A. Mottet, Justin Tanis, Jack Harrison, Jody L. Herman, and Mara Keisling. Injustice at Every Turn:
A Report of the National Transgender Discrimination Survey. Washington: National Center for Transgender Equality and National
Gay and Lesbian Task Force, 2011.
32. Trauma
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A recent study investigating the
impacts of gender-related abuse
among 571 male-to-female
transgender persons in New York City
found that 78.1% had experienced
psychological abuse, and 50.1% had
experienced physical abuse during
their lifetime.Nuttbrock L, Hwahng S, Bockting W, et al. Psychiatric impact of gender-related abuse across the
life course of male-to-female transgender persons. J Sex Res. 2010;47(1):12-23.
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Sources: (Depression): The Fenway Institute, Understanding the T in LGBT", training module.
(Other) National Center for Transgender Equality, National Gay and Lesbian Task Force, "National Transgender
Discrimination
Survey Report on Health and Health Care", 2012.
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Sexual
Violence
Physical
Assault
by a Healthcare
Provider
Physical
Abuse
by Law
Enforcement
Personnel
Source: Grant, Jaime M., Lisa A. Mottet, Justin Tanis,
Jack Harrison, Jody L. Herman, and Mara Keisling.
Injustice at Every Turn: A Report of the National
Transgender Discrimination Survey. Washington:
National Center for Transgender Equality and National
Gay and Lesbian Task Force, 2011.
35. Violence
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National Coalition of Anti-Violence Programs,
2014 Hate Violence Report
55% of reported anti-LGBTQH murders were
transgender women; 50% were transgender women
of color
18.88% of survivors were transgender
Transgender people victimized by hate violence were
1.9 times more likely to require medical attention
4.6 times more likely to experience police violence, 6.2
times for trans* people of color
In 2014, 6.15% of hate violence incidents reported to
the police were classified as bias crimes, a substantial
decrease from 2013 (24%).
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22 transgender women in the US were
murdered in 2015
More than any previous year in the US
All were transgender women
19 were transgender women of color
1 was from Laurel, MD
So far, 20 transgender Marylanders are known to have
either been murdered (17) or were so severely
traumatized they took their own lives (3)
The majority were people of color.
Zella Ziona, Age
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These days, I look at the latest reports of
stabbed, shot, beaten trans women, search
myself for tears, and I cannot find a thing. I
want to mourn and rage. I want to honor all
of our sisters – the hundreds each year who
are ripped, namelessly and without fanfare,
from this life – who are taken so young
before their time. But the grief and anger –
even empathy – do not come. I don’t feel
anything but numbness and fatigue, and
somewhere far below that, fear.
A transgender woman of color reflecting on
the impact of anti-trans violence.
38. What does being misgendered feel like for a trans
person? It feels embarrassing, humiliating, and
annoying. It feels dangerously naked. Completely
vulnerable. On the best of days it makes me want
to hide somewhere; on the worst it makes me feel
unsafe. It makes me feel like I’m nothing.
Anonymous transgender man from a blog post
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Gendered Titles
Refrain from using Ms., Mr., Madam, etc. as
“automatic” honorifics when engaged with people.
They can cause much unnecessary discomfort if you
use the wrong one.
Pronouns
Use the pronoun that matches the person’s gender
identity.
If you don’t know what that is, politely ask.
Name
Use the “lived name” when talking to or about the
person.
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Assume past trauma
Be aware of your body language and vocal tone
Calmly explain what you are doing and why
Ask about levels of anxiety or safety concerns
Be aware that trauma responses can be erratic
and unreasonable to the observer, but may be
irresistible to the trauma survivor
Don’t confuse gender identity and sexual
orientation
Trying to relate to the transgender woman as a
“gay man” will always backfire
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It’s okay to ask the transperson if they have a
preference for the gender of the officer who
will conduct search procedures
It’s not okay to ask about genitals. Examples of
questions to avoid:
Have you got a penis or a vagina down there?
So what do you have between your legs?
Have you undergone “the surgery?”
Don’t attempt to use search procedures to
determine a person’s sex or what genitals they
have
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Treat a transgender person’s transgender
status as confidential
The high incidence of anti-transgender violence
gives transgender people good reason to fear for
their safety
Don’t disclose this information to other detainees
Don’t disclose this information to other agency
personnel unless it is necessary for them to do their
jobs
44. Additional Sources Used for this
Presentation
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Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and HIV-Affected Hate
Violence in 2014. (2015 Release Edition) National Coalition of Anti-Violence
Programs. Retrieved from http://www.avp.org/resources/reports
Redfern, J.S. (2013) Best Practices to Improve Police Relations with
Transgender Individuals. Journal of Law Enforcement (online) ISSN: 2161-
0231 Retrieved from http://jghcs.info/index.php/l/article/view/265/239
Putnam, J., Myers-Walls, J.S., and Love, D. Ages & Stages: Learning About
Gender. Parent-Provider Partnerships, Purdue University. Retrived from
https://www.extension.purdue.edu/providerparent/child%20growth-
development/AgesStages.htm
Please review your handout Resources for Professional Development
for additional sources of information and learning opportunities.
45. Contact Information
Jean-Michel Brevelle
Sexual Minorities Program Manager
HIV/STI Integration and Capacity
Infectious Disease Prevention and Health Services Bureau
Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene
500 N. Calvert Street, 5th Floor
Baltimore, MD 21202
P: 410.767.5016
jean-michel.brevelle@maryland.gov
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46. Infectious Disease Prevention and
Health Services Bureau
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