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Culminating Projects in Special Education

2021

Gender Dysphoria

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Supporting Students On The Autism Spectrum And Gender Identity Spectrum, Kelly Steinke Aug 2021

Supporting Students On The Autism Spectrum And Gender Identity Spectrum, Kelly Steinke

Culminating Projects in Special Education

Three issues guided this review. First, factors that increase the incidence of gender dysphoria among DHRC is examined. Second, the change in the generational view of gender identity will be reviewed and contrasted. Finally, school and community-based programs will be reviewed. Issues related to gender dysphoria among the population diagnosed with ASD is a specific focus. By identifying and defining Gender Identity, educators will be more equipped to support all students and create a gender inclusive classroom.