A group of local healthcare providers and doctors have come together to support families of gender diverse children and adolescents in their exploration of identity.
Part one of a five-part series It’s important to know children and adolescents will explore their identity and it’s a normal part of growing up. It’s not just about gender identity exploration but also what values are held dear, what kind of person they would like to be and it’s important to create a safe space for that exploration to occur.
A group of local healthcare providers and doctors, Physicians for Diversity & Inclusion, have come together to stand with families of gender diverse children and gender diverse members of the community. Dr. Ingrid Cosio, whose practice includes time spent at the Northern Gender Clinic in Prince George each week, provides specialized care to transgender and gender diverse persons living in the Northern Health region. Cosio offers some guidance during those first steps taken toward getting more information for a child talking about their gender identity. “Any time is an OK time to bring it up,” Cosio said. “Going to talk to your doc doesn’t mean you’re expecting to have a treatment or some sort of solution. It’s a start of the discussio
Gender Diverse Children Adolescents Identity Healthcare Support