Through personal narratives and case studies, Social Services with Transgendered Youth explores the childhood and adolescent experiences of transgendered persons. Addressing the differences between male-to-female (MTF) and female-to-male (FTM) individuals and identifying the specific challenges of transgendered persons from diverse races, cultures, and religious backgrounds, this compelling book offers suggestions that will help social workers and the youths'families learn more about the reality of transgendered persons'lives.Containing invaluable information on a topic that is not widely discussed or written about, Social Services with Transgendered Youth discredits negative stereotypes surrounding these youths and offers you insight into their experiences. Additionally, these articles openly address questions that practitioners may have about gender identity as well as offer concrete and practical recommendations about competent practice with this population.This intelligent book will show you how to have a positive effect on the lives of these youth. Some of the areas discussed include: individual practice with a transgendered child group work practice with transgendered adolescents family-centered practice with the families of transgendered persons internal and external stress factors for the transgendered youthMoving and insightful, this guide brings to light many facts that have long been overlooked by parents and social service professionals. Social Services with Transgendered Youth offers you effective strategies to work more effectively with this marginalized and underserved population.

In this resource for social services practitioners, contributors led by Mallon (social work, City U. of New York) transcend the preoccupation with changing "gender identity disorder" behavior. Through case studies and a first-person account, nine papers share developmental experiences; apply an ecological framework to the knowledge base and ethical issues in practice with this population; and advocate responsiveness to their needs. Appends a glossary of academic and streetwise terms, and a guide to staff self-awareness.
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Through personal narratives and case studies, this compelling book offers suggestions that will help social workers and the youths' families learn more about the reality of transgendered persons' lives.