Straight Expectations

The Story of a Family in Transition

Nonfiction, Family & Relationships, Social & Cultural Studies, Social Science, Biography & Memoir
Cover of the book Straight Expectations by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT, Jessica Kingsley Publishers
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT ISBN: 9781784505370
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Publication: May 18, 2017
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers Language: English
Author: Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
ISBN: 9781784505370
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Publication: May 18, 2017
Imprint: Jessica Kingsley Publishers
Language: English

Ever since they were young, Peggy Cryden noticed her children's gender expression did not correspond with society's expectations of their biological gender. In this moving and honest memoir, Peggy details the experiences and challenges of raising both a gay son and a gay, transgender son and shares her family's journey of adversity and growth, which has helped inform her work as a psychotherapist.

Beginning with her own unconventional upbringing and personal relationships, the second half of the book follows her children from birth to adulthood and through their numerous experiences including coming out, depression, hate crime, relationships, school and various aspects to do with transitioning (legal, physical, medical, social) as well as their appearances in the media as a family. This book is insightful, charming and thought-provoking, and through levity and humour, offers a positive approach to parenting outside of convention.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Ever since they were young, Peggy Cryden noticed her children's gender expression did not correspond with society's expectations of their biological gender. In this moving and honest memoir, Peggy details the experiences and challenges of raising both a gay son and a gay, transgender son and shares her family's journey of adversity and growth, which has helped inform her work as a psychotherapist.

Beginning with her own unconventional upbringing and personal relationships, the second half of the book follows her children from birth to adulthood and through their numerous experiences including coming out, depression, hate crime, relationships, school and various aspects to do with transitioning (legal, physical, medical, social) as well as their appearances in the media as a family. This book is insightful, charming and thought-provoking, and through levity and humour, offers a positive approach to parenting outside of convention.

More books from Jessica Kingsley Publishers

Cover of the book Teaching Students Thinking Skills and Strategies by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book Understanding Regulation Disorders of Sensory Processing in Children by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book Inside Asperger’s Looking Out by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book Starving the Stress Gremlin by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book The Valley Spirit by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book Can't Play Won't Play by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book How People with Autism Grieve, and How to Help by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book Practical Zen by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book Group Filial Therapy by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book Asperger Syndrome - What Teachers Need to Know by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book Evidence-Based Assessment in ASD (Autism Spectrum Disorder) by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book An Aspie’s Guide to Intimacy, Dating, Sex and Marriage by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book Asperger Meets Girl by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book Working with Children and Teenagers Using Solution Focused Approaches by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
Cover of the book Sensory Stories for Children and Teens with Special Educational Needs by Peggy Cryden, LMFT, Janet E. Goldstein-Ball, LMFT
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy