From Gen Z's relationship with Instagram and dating apps to the fixation on mental illness and identity, and the myth of buying your authentic self – we cover it all with Freya India Stella O'Malley @sashalpc Therapy First Genspect
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Our chat with Heather Heying continues with talk of modern childhood, cruise director parents, the evolution of breast milk, and the issues with men chestfeeding.
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We talk to evolutionary biologist Heather Heying about feminism, men in women's spaces, sexual strategies, transgender ideology, autogynephilia, and why you should not trust the experts.
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Stella O'Malley @sashalpc Therapy First Genspect

Don't miss Therapy First's webinar on OCD and gender identity. Elliot Kaminetzky, PhD will offer therapeutic strategies for Gender Identity OCD (GOCD), where obsessions focus on gender identity. Clinicians, parents, teachers, all welcome!
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Are parents outsourcing their authority to therapists? Sasha and Stella discuss the implications of this trend on family dynamics and individual well-being. Tune in to learn about striking a balance between professional support and parental guidance. widerlenspod.com/p/episode-162

Stella and Sasha welcome whistleblower, Tamara Pietzke for an important conversation highlighting the valuable role that clinicians who are able to speak openly play in revealing insights from ‘behind the gender affirming care curtain’. widerlenspod.com/p/episode-161 LGBT Courage Coalition

The concept of stress perception and resilience, the intersection of autism and gender dysphoria, the lack of informed consent in medical interventions for trans identified individuals, and more with Christina Buttons Stella O'Malley @sashalpc
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Therapy First President Paul Garcia-Ryan is in The Washington Post this morning.

Paul comments on the Cass Review, shares some of his own experiences, and considers what the future holds for therapists taking a holistic, individualized approach to gender distress.

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Scotland follows England after taking in the Cass Review. Is the American Academy of Pediatrics watching?

From patient satisfaction scores to bureaucratic pressures, understanding the inner workings of the healthcare system is essential for recognizing the necessity for, and achieving successful implementation of medical policy reforms. widerlenspod.com/p/episode-159

NEW on Genspect: Psychologist Nina Silander has written about the utter lack of medical ethics of activist gender clinicians, especially regarding informed consent.

Full article: genspect.org/informed-conse…

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If you’re interested in the history of gender identity you’ll love this chat Stella O'Malley and Sasha Ayad had with me. We talked about wannabe amputees, the origins of ‘sex change’ surgery, a transvestite chevalier, the Nazis’ non targeting of trans people and lots more…👇👇

Gender: A Wider Lens sponsor Therapy First's next webinar is coming up this Monday, April 8.
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Navigate the intricate and often contentious terrain of understanding historical narratives around gender non-conformity and identity expression with Malcolm Clark. A thought-provoking conversation challenging many assertions made in the name of activism. widerlenspod.com/p/episode-158

Guest, @saschabailey, differentiates between emotional and functional motives for transitioning, discussing transmaxxing, societal trends, and incentives.
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A chilling conversation with Mia...WPATH's evolution from medical organization to activist-driven group, societal implications of medical scandals across history, and the delicate distinctions within individual experiences of gender dysphoria. widerlenspod.com/p/episode-156

An important and valuable development!

The fascinating intersection of #biology , #psychology , and #society with Colin Wright! Join Sasha and Stella and the evolving discourse on #trans identities, #sexandgender , scientific principles, and more. #gender #sexuality #science widerlenspod.com/p/episode-155

Another valuable webinar opportunity hosted by our sponsor, Therapy First. Monday, March 18th @ 11am EST. Leveraging the Family System to Better Treat Gender Dysphoria. Book your spot today at therapyfirst.org/webinars/

'This shocking chapter in medical history, where the ideological objectives of trans rights campaigners trumped the welfare of disturbed children, is coming to an end worldwide'.
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