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New Books in LGBTQ+ Studies
Avgi Saketopoulou and Ann Pellegrini, "Gender Without Identity" (Unconscious in Translation, 2023)
Jun 27, 2023
Authors Avgi Saketopoulou and Ann Pellegrini challenge static notions of gender identity, advocating for a more fluid understanding that evolves over time. They discuss the complex interplay between gender, trauma, and societal influences, emphasizing the importance of providing a safe space for individuals to explore their gender identity. The podcast explores the intersection of self-theorization, agency, and gender in relational contexts, highlighting the need for diverse perspectives in psychoanalysis.
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- Gender identity is constructed through intricate self-theorization processes, resisting static definitions.
- Reevaluating the concept of cisgender challenges normative notions and explores gender fluidity.
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Critique of Developmentalism in Gender
Pushing back against the notion of gender as a static core, the podcast discussion challenges the prevalent idea of everyone being born cis and heterosexual. It delves into the concept of all genders evolving and becoming, including the exploration of how trauma impacts gender identities. By critiquing the binary thinking around gender development, the episode emphasizes the need to listen to individuals' gender narratives free from the constraints of preconceived notions of fixed gender identity.
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