Gender Identity
Trans people and society
How many trans people are there in the world? Statistics about trans people vary widely, partly because different sources assume different working definitions of “transgender”. However, it is generally estimated that approximately 0.5% of the ...
Gender, Sex, and Sexuality
The concepts of gender, sex, and sexuality are closely related but distinct. Below are some questions and answers that help to clarify the meanings of these concepts, clear up some misconceptions about them, and show how they relate to one another. ...
Gender Identity: One’s Innermost Concept of One’s Gender
Introduction Gender identity is one’s innermost concept of one’s gender and an expression of one’s authentic character. Unlike lifestyle choices or phases, which can change over time, one’s gender identity tends to be stable across different ...
Religion and Gender Identity – A Path to Greater Compassion
Introduction The intersection of religion and gender identity has been a topic of considerable debate and discussion over the years. While religious texts, like the Bible, have long been cited as sources of traditional gender norms, there is a ...
What is the biology of gender identity and does it matter?
What causes someone to become trans? All of us are in positions of navigating a social world that is imbued with norms and expectations regarding sex and gender (Butler, 2015). While many people develop gender identities that are congruent with their ...
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Do I need a diagnosis to join GenderGP?
No. At GenderGP, we don't "diagnose", as we feel it's disrespectful to your identity. You are the expert in your gender experience, and being trans isn't a medical condition. However, we understand that due to the institutional circumstances many ...
Types of Consent Sessions: IGS and Capacity to Consent
Empowering Informed Gender-Affirming Care GenderGP’s Information Gathering Session (IGS) and our Capacity to Consent Session are vital components of our commitment to providing access to positive recommendations for gender-affirming care. Embarking ...
What is a Treatment Recommendation?
A Treatment Recommendation is a written report, based on a person’s self-submitted personal and health data, which is analysed in accordance with current research, clinical guidelines, and best practice across the world. This, then, creates a ...
Progesterone for Feminising Hormone Therapy
Summary What is Progesterone? Progesterone is a hormone that everyone’s body makes. It plays a part in periods, pregnancy, and breast growth. It can also help transgender women in their transition, especially for breast growth and lowering ...
Medication prices are too high, so I'd like to use another prescription at a different pharmacy. What should I do?
To request a new prescription, please submit a new Treatment Recommendation request. Ask for a referral to an independent prescriber and select either a Clynxx electronic prescription token or a paper prescription from the form. You can use these at ...