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Sex and intimacy in aged care are arguably very complex. What’s okay, what’s not, when is it crossing the line? Older Persons Advocacy Network is set to explore all this, and more, in an upcoming webinar, and panellist Catherine Barrett (Celebrate Ageing) shared some early insights with hello leaders. More: https://lnkd.in/g573Qfeg #sex #intimacy #ageing

The claim that puberty suppression is safe, well-tolerated, and reversible is not supported by vidence which supports they are not reversible. Prolonged use during critical stages can lead to permanent impacts on bone density, brain development, and sexual function. Many individuals who begin blockers move on to cross-sex hormones, leading to irreversible changes. The Cass Review in the UK raised concerns about whether these long-term effects, highlighting the lack of evidence on outcomes. Claims of safety and tolerance are also questionable. Studies have shown that puberty blockers can reduce bone density, increasing the risk of osteoporosis later in life. Additionally, their impact on mental health is unclear, with some data indicating that mental health issues may persist or worsen. Puberty blockers can also delay brain maturation, affecting cognitive and emotional development. Long-term consequences, such as impacts on fertility and sexual function, are often overlooked. In the Netherlands, concerns have arisen about the number of individuals who start but don’t continue treatment, raising questions about beginning such interventions in children. In conclusion, the suggestion that puberty suppression is reversible and safe is increasingly challenged by emerging evidence. The potential for irreversible harm and insufficient research calls for a more cautious approach in treating children with these drugs.

Check out the new paper about sexual distress by Edna Martins, Patrícia M. Pascoal (she/her), Pedro joel Rosa, and me! 😊 The paper uses an Actor-Partner Interdependence Model (APIM) methodology to analyze how relationship satisfaction and worry are associated with the experience of sexual distress in heterosexual couples. These results highlight the critical role of cognitive processes in shaping the experience of sexual distress and reinforce the importance of taking an integrative perspective that considers relationship (satisfaction), individual (worry) and social factors (gender) in interventions to treat sexual distress. For more:

Studies show that LGBTQIA+ individuals are at a higher risk of developing eating disorders compared to their cisgender and heterosexual counterparts. For example: • Transgender individuals experience significantly higher rates of eating disorders, often related to body dysmorphia or gender dysphoria. The pressure to conform to gender norms and the experience of body dissatisfaction can drive behaviours like restricting food intake or purging to alter the body. • Gay and bisexual men are at higher risk for disorders like anorexia and bulimia, potentially due to societal pressures surrounding masculinity, body image, and appearance in certain gay subcultures. • Lesbian and bisexual women also show higher rates of binge-eating and body dissatisfaction compared to heterosexual women. There is also a higher presentage of neurodivergent individuals suffering with eating disorders. Join us for an in depth exploration this Saturday bring a friend or a colleague and work in any breakout rooms together.#lgbqt #eatingdisorders #neurodivergent #ADHD #audhd

I struggle with gender incongruence. Gender Incongruence of Adolescence and Adulthood is characterised by a marked and persistent incongruence between an individual´s experienced gender and the assigned sex, which often leads to a desire to ‘transition’, in order to live and be accepted as a person of the experienced gender, through hormonal treatment, surgery or other health care services to make the individual´s body align, as much as desired and to the extent possible, with the experienced gender. The diagnosis cannot be assigned prior the onset of puberty. Gender variant behaviour and preferences alone are not a basis for assigning the diagnosis. ICD-11 has redefined gender identity-related health, replacing outdated diagnostic categories like ICD-10’s “transsexualism” and “gender identity disorder of children” with “gender incongruence of adolescence and adulthood” and “gender incongruence of childhood” respectively. Gender incongruence has been moved out of the “Mental and behavioural disorders” chapter and into the new “Conditions related to sexual health” chapter. This reflects current knowledge that trans-related and gender diverse identities are not conditions of mental ill-health, and that classifying them as such can cause enormous stigma.

THIS nonsensical poster is in many K-12 schools, even (especially) the most expensive to indoctrinate children to believe that physiological reality does not matter. A GIRL is a juvenile female, female being the sex that gives birth, that is born with large gametes (eggs), and that typically has XX chromosomes in each and every cell. If the body does not correlate with that reality, the body is not a girl's. Claims otherwise should be treated with psychotherapy. #gender #genderdysphoria #educationalleadership.

💥 NEW study of ~25,000 Americans shows a significant orgasm gap between men and women, with women's rates being 22% lower in younger adults (18-24 years) and 30% lower in elder adults (65+ years) than men's. The results are more complex for #LGBTQ participants, indicating important nuances based on sexuality. **This research is the first to explore age’s influence on the orgasm gap** 📑#Aging introduces physiological and psychological shifts that can affect sexual behavior, and the absence of orgasm can cause distress and #relationship challenges. Therefore, these findings have important clinical implications for #healthcare providers, therapists, and sex educators. The persistence of the orgasm gap calls for a more inclusive approach to sexual health discussions and interventions, emphasizing mutual satisfaction. 🖊 Amanda Gesselman, Maggie Bennett-Brown, PhD, Simon Dubé, PhD, Ellen Kaufman, PhD, Jessica Campbell, Ph.D. & Justin Garcia 📤 Oxford University Press, International Society for Sexual Medicine (ISSM) #OpenAccess 🔗 https://lnkd.in/efuHJDT6 📌 National Coalition for Sexual Health, American Society on Aging, AARP

Studies show that LGBTQIA+ individuals are at a higher risk of developing eating disorders compared to their cisgender and heterosexual counterparts. For example: • Transgender individuals experience significantly higher rates of eating disorders, often related to body dysmorphia or gender dysphoria. The pressure to conform to gender norms and the experience of body dissatisfaction can drive behaviours like restricting food intake or purging to alter the body. • Gay and bisexual men are at higher risk for disorders like anorexia and bulimia, potentially due to societal pressures surrounding masculinity, body image, and appearance in certain gay subcultures. • Lesbian and bisexual women also show higher rates of binge-eating and body dissatisfaction compared to heterosexual women. There is also a higher presentage of neurodivergent individuals suffering with eating disorders. Join us for an in depth exploration this Saturday bring a friend or a colleague and work in any breakout rooms together.#lgbqt #eatingdisorders #neurodivergent #ADHD #audhd

What's going on with puberty blockers? 💊 It’s #TDOV this Sunday so let’s dive into a piece of vocab that is having a big impact on the trans community right now: Puberty Blockers. 🏳️⚧️ Puberty blockers are a type of drug that can be used to stall the onset of puberty in adolescents by blocking the production of sex hormones like testosterone and estrogen. They were originally developed to treat precocious puberty in children and studies have shown them to be generally safe. In the 90s puberty blockers began to be prescribed to transgender adolescents and have since become a lifeline for this demographic, allowing them more time to explore their gender identity. 🌱 NHS England recently made the decision to stop prescribing puberty blockers to transgender children, citing a lack of research supporting their safety and clinical effectiveness, but the drugs will continue to be available to children with precocious puberty. While more research needs to be done puberty blockers can have a hugely positive impact on the mental health of trans children, an already vulnerable and marginalised demographic, during a period of their lives that can be particularly distressing and difficult. ❤️🩹 📚 Continue your learning journey with our Queer Allyship Lexicon: https://lnkd.in/eHEE9Hmp #TransDayOfVisibility #HealthcareInequality #TransRights

The world of female+ body and sexual wellness has long perpetuated the idea of a socially-constructed "ideal" body - one that is thin, white, and heterosexual. But guess what? This "ideal" body doesn't actually exist. It's a myth designed to keep women+ and non-binary folks feeling insecure and unworthy, while lining the pockets of corporations selling us products to "fix" ourselves. It's time to do better. We need to embrace inclusivity and diversity in the world of body and sexual wellness. Let's celebrate all body types, sizes, colors, and sexual orientations. Let's have open and honest conversations about pleasure, desire, and consent. Let's amplify the voices of marginalized communities in this space and uplift their experiences. Because everyone deserves access to quality sexual and reproductive healthcare, education, and products that work for their unique needs. At Umaversity we're creating a world where everyone feels empowered and supported to explore their sexuality and take care of their bodies in a way that feels good for them. Engage, Exchange & Expand with Umaversity. Become part of our thriving community and bring Umaversity to your organization or event. Photo by Mindal Photo #BodyPositivity #SexualWellness #InclusiveHealth #DiversityMatters #Empowerment #SocialJustice #HealthEquity #SexualEducation #BodyAcceptance #IntersectionalFeminism #GenderEquality #EndBodyShaming #LGBTQIA+ #ReproductiveHealth #SexualEmpowerment #InclusiveBeauty #BreakingStereotypes #EmpowerAllBodies #FeministActivism