Dr Michael Carr-Gregg
In today's evolving society, young people are growing up with a broader understanding of identity and self-expression. Gender diversity recognises that not everyone fits neatly into the traditional categories of male or female. For many children and adolescents, exploring gender can be a deeply personal journey that shapes their sense of self and wellbeing. Supporting gender diversity means creating an environment where young people feel safe, accepted, and respected for who they are. This includes encouraging open conversations at home, using inclusive language, challenging stereotypes, and learning together as a family. By fostering empathy and understanding, we can help young people develop confidence and thrive in a world that celebrates individuality and inclusivity.
Raising or supporting a teen with an intersex variation can present new challenges as they begin to make their own choices and to define who they are. This article provides some background to help you...
A look at risk factors and protective factors. Being LGBTQ+ doesn't cause mental health problems. But because LGBTQ+ kids often face factors like rejection, bullying, discrimination, and violence, they are at a higher risk of...
All children and adolescents have the right to live free from discrimination. However, the public debate last week around the proposed religious discrimination bill threatened this right. While the bill has been shelved, the debate...
In today's evolving society, young people are growing up with a broader understanding of identity and self-expression. Gender diversity recognises that not everyone fits neatly into the traditional categories of male or female. For many children and adolescents, exploring gender can be a deeply personal journey that shapes their sense of self and wellbeing. Supporting gender diversity means creating an environment where young people feel safe, accepted, and respected for who they are. This includes encouraging open conversations at home, using inclusive language, challenging stereotypes, and learning together as a family. By fostering empathy and understanding, we can help young people develop confidence and thrive in a world that celebrates individuality and inclusivity.