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Understanding the Similarities Between Gender Dysphoria and Body Dysmorphia
Mental Health / Sex & Gender

Understanding the Similarities Between Gender Dysphoria and Body Dysmorphia

Posted on: February 1, 2025February 2, 2025

Gender Dysphoria and Body Dysmorphia may seem like two distinct psychological conditions, but they share notable similarities in how they manifest and affect a person’s perception of their […]

Executive Order Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation
Sex & Gender

Executive Order Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation

Posted on: January 28, 2025January 29, 2025

The “Protecting Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation” executive order (January 28, 2025) focuses on restricting gender transition treatments for minors. Key points include: The order’s goal is […]

Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth: A Compassionate Catholic Perspective
Media / Sex & Gender

Defending Women from Gender Ideology Extremism and Restoring Biological Truth: A Compassionate Catholic Perspective

Posted on: January 21, 2025February 18, 2025

In recent years, gender ideology has increasingly permeated social, educational, and governmental structures. This ideology often asserts that gender is not rooted in biological sex but is a […]

Book Review: Julia Sadusky’s Guide to Talking About Sex with Teens
Book Review / Parenting / Resources / Sex & Gender

Book Review: Julia Sadusky’s Guide to Talking About Sex with Teens

Posted on: December 27, 2024December 28, 2024

As parents, guardians, or educators, navigating the conversation about sex with teens can often feel overwhelming, awkward, or uncomfortable. Yet, it is one of the most important conversations […]

The Catholic Bookworm: Gender Ideology and Pastoral Practice
Identity / Sex & Gender / Theology

The Catholic Bookworm: Gender Ideology and Pastoral Practice

Posted on: November 26, 2024March 20, 2025

This morning, I joined Dr. Andrew Sodergren on Kiki Latimer’s The Catholic Bookwork podcast to discuss our contribution to Gender Ideology and Pastoral Practice: A Handbook for Catholic […]

Loving Through Difference: Encourage Ministry
Mental Health / Relationships / Sex & Gender

Loving Through Difference: Encourage Ministry

Posted on: November 19, 2024March 20, 2025

As a Catholic therapist, my journey of walking with others through their struggles has always been deeply intertwined with my faith. Each day, I am reminded that my […]

Book Review: A Place to Belong: Letters from Catholic Women
Identity / Mental Health / Sex & Gender / Womanhood

Book Review: A Place to Belong: Letters from Catholic Women

Posted on: October 31, 2024December 28, 2024

In A Place to Belong: Letters from Catholic Women, edited by Corynne Staresinic, curates a beautiful collection of personal stories, reflections, and letters written by Catholic women from […]

Book Review: The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory by Abigail Favale
Identity / John Paul II / Sex & Gender / Womanhood

Book Review: The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory by Abigail Favale

Posted on: October 1, 2024December 28, 2024

Abigail Favale’s The Genesis of Gender: A Christian Theory is a timely and thought-provoking exploration of the relationship between gender and the Christian understanding of human nature. Favale, […]

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