The Many Roots and Presentations of Gender Dysphoria in Males | Episode 180

This episode is a special mid-week release! No special guest for this conversation, just an important and thoughtful exchange between hosts, Sasha and Stella, exploring some of the common and yet intensely complex manifestations of gender dysphoria in males. This discussion offers a careful examination of the broad psychological, developmental, and sexual dynamics shaping male identity, the effects of testosterone, and perceptions around gender roles.

Stella and Sasha guide listeners through several frameworks for understanding different experiences of gender dysphoria in males, including autogynephilia (AGP), homosexual transsexual (HSTS), and rapid onset gender dysphoria (ROGD). It’s crucial to recognize that while diagnostic frameworks offer insight, they can oversimplify the complexities of human identity and behavior. Traits associated with AGP, HSTS, ROGD, or even neurodiversity, like autism, may overlap and interact in ways that are not fully understood, underscoring the need for a more integrated understanding that avoids overly simplistic categorizations and fosters more nuanced and optimized support.

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Explore other Gender: A Wider Lens Discussions Referenced in this Episode:
Episode 61 - Pioneers Series: Autogynephilia: Myth and Meaning with Ray Blanchard
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Episode 58 - Pioneers Series: Male Sexuality with Michael J. Bailey
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Episode 67 - Pioneers Series: Men Trapped in Men’s Bodies, with Anne Lawrence
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Episode 36 - Talking Testosterone with Carole Hooven
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Episode 51 - Clearing of the Pink Mist: A Conversation w/ Debbie Hayton
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