Talking to Kids about Gender Identity: A Roadmap for Christian Compassion, Civility, and Conviction - Paperback

by Mark Yarhouse (Author)

As gender identity, transgender experiences, and emerging gender identities continue to be normalized and celebrated, many parents are left struggling with what to think about these issues--let alone how to talk to their children about them.

The leading Christian expert on LGBTQ+ concerns, Dr. Mark Yarhouse has spent years in the trenches of religious, sexual, and gender identity issues. In this biblical, practical guide, he offers parents wisdom and answers to their biggest questions about gender, equipping you to

- critically engage gender theory from a Christian view
- initiate honest, informative dialogues with your kids
- model biblical conviction with civility and compassion
- recognize early signs of gender dysphoria
- navigate relationships with those who identify differently

Gender identity is a defining issue in our children's generation. This practical guide is your go-to resource for reliable, Kingdom responses on these critical topics.

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The Wisdom You Need on One of the Hardest Issues of Our Day

As gender identity, transgender experiences, and emerging gender identities continue to be normalized and celebrated, many parents are left struggling with what to think about these issues--let alone how to talk to their children about them. The leading Christian expert on LGBTQ+ concerns, Dr. Mark Yarhouse has spent years counseling and teaching on these issues.

In this biblical, practical guide, he offers parents wisdom and answers to their biggest questions about gender, equipping you to

- critically engage gender theory from a Christian view
- initiate honest, informative dialogues with your kids
- model biblical conviction with civility and compassion
- recognize early signs of gender dysphoria
- navigate relationships with those who identify differently

Gender identity is a defining issue in our children's generation. This practical guide is your go-to resource for reliable, kingdom responses on these critical topics.

Author Biography

Mark Yarhouse is the Dr. Arthur P. and Mrs. Jean May Rech Professor of Psychology at Wheaton College, where he also directs the Sexual & Gender Identity Institute. An award-winning teacher, psychologist, and researcher, Dr. Yarhouse has authored numerous books and articles, including the featured white paper on sexual identity for the Gospel Coalition's Christ on Campus Initiative. He lives in Winfield, Illinois.