Autism and Gender Nonconformity
My full invited presentation on the pathologisation of trans and autistic people, given at Manchester Metropolitan University.
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Information and education about psychology, gender, and trauma.
Advice and reflections on writing, research, and life in academia.
Posts written by Dr. Jem Tosh and Dr. Lucy Thompson.
Dr. Jem Tosh
- Feb 2, 2022
- 24 min
Critical Feminist, Queer, & Trans Psychologies
A comprehensive introduction for students and those new to the topic - covering history, debates, and activism.
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Dr. Jem Tosh
- Jan 31, 2022
- 13 min
Trans Bodies
Sneak peek of a forthcoming book chapter on trans and nonbinary embodiment.
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Dr. Jem Tosh
- Oct 8, 2021
- 8 min
Is Psychology 'Perverse'?
I summarise the theory from my first book, which compares psychiatric constructions of sexual abuse, 'perversion', and gender nonconformity.
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Dr. Jem Tosh
- Sep 22, 2021
- 11 min
6 Mistakes Academics Make When Writing About Trans People
Not sure how to add trans voices to your work? Worried you've already got it wrong? I outline common mistakes and how to avoid them.
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Dr. Jem Tosh
- Jul 15, 2021
- 11 min
What is Gender Dysphoria?
I explain the difference between the psychiatric diagnosis and the embodied, lived experience of gender dysphoria.
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Dr. Jem Tosh
- Jul 5, 2021
- 15 min
What is Genderfluidity?
I answer some common questions about what genderfluidity is and how you can support the genderfluid people in your life.
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Dr. Jem Tosh
- Apr 27, 2020
- 3 min
Deconstructing 'Desistance': GIRES Award for Commentary About Trans Youth
Summary of the award-winning critical commentary on the problematic 'desistance' theories about trans people.
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Dr. Jem Tosh
- Aug 10, 2016
- 2 min
Perverse Psychology Shortlisted for BPS Book Award!
My first book has been shortlisted for a British Psychological Society Book Award!
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Dr. Jem Tosh
- Jun 15, 2016
- 3 min
New Book on Gender Dysphoria Available for Pre-Order!
I talk about my new book - what it's about and how the book project developed after a protest.
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