Social Work Practice with Transgender and Gender Variant Youth

by Gerald P. Mallon (Editor)

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

Genres: Social Work, Gender, LGBT, Gender Studies, Transgender

190 pages, Paperback

First published May 23, 2000

Reviews

[Leo · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book is outdated and not trans affirming. Authors frequently misgender and dead-name clients in case examples. Though the most affirming chapters I felt were those on legal issues and medical issues, at this point these are completely out of date (relying still on DSM III and outdated laws). You’d do better to go online and read up on current laws and practices, and read books written by actual trans folks.

[Andrew]

Recommended in Transgender 101: A Simple Guide to a Complex Issue as worth reading.

[Grant · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a book I have reread several times. As a case worker and pursuing an MSW currently it has been a great resource. I work with children and families, this book has helped with trouble shooting issues of identity and sexuality that are key for gender variant youth.

I highly suggest this for any social worker and those who work with youth who identify or are identified as gender variant.