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Our textbook describes gender and gender identity as the subjective understanding of one's own gender. A person's gender identity may or may not correspond with their assigned sex at birth. Though this isn't always the case, a person's gender expression typically matches their gender identity. The article Applying the Master Narrative Framework to Gender Identity Development in Emerging Adulthood introduces three approaches to the study of gender identity development that include the identity status approach, narrative approaches and discursive approaches. The identity status approach refers to, “…the personal processes of identity exploration and commitment (McLean, Shucard, & Syed, 2016.)” The narrative approaches refers to, “ focus on the construction of a personal life story, a selective and subjective reconstruction of the personal past that serves to define the self (McLean, Shucard, & Syed, 2016.)” Lastly, discursive approaches, similar to the narrative perspective focuses on, “… not on sex differences but on how gender is constructed. However, unlike narrative and status approaches to identity, internal and stable aspects of self are not assumed (McLean, Shucard, & Syed, 2016.)” Furthermore, this article discusses the use of the master narrative framework for identity development which allows us to understand personal identity development as a process. The biological development model developed by Urie Bronfenbrenner can aid in our comprehension of how various systems shape our identities and worldviews (Sigelman & Rider, 2018). The systems of which we are a part of create who we are. At the microsystem level, for instance, gender appropriate toys such as dolls for little girls and GI Joes for little boys and early gender stereotypes are examples of how our parents and other caregivers favor our gender. The culture in which we are raised has a significant macrosystemic impact on us. In the US, it is generally acceptable for us to voice our opinions and beliefs. Therefore, fighting gender dysphoria and expressing gender incompatibility is becoming more common and accepted. There are a number of ways one can support someone who identifies as nonbinary. The first being is using their correct pronouns and name ( Transgender and Non-Binary People , 2024) . If you are unaware of what their pronouns are, it is appropriate to respectfully ask their preference, it is also an opportunity to share your own pronouns and name in turn. It is possible that a nonbinary person will choose to use pronouns that correspond with their biological gender but it is not always the case. It is also possible they may prefer to just use their name or gender neutral pronouns such as “they/them.” Another way one can support a nonbinary person is to educate oneself about the various state legislatures around the country that have introduced discriminatory legislation in regard to nonbinary and transgender communities and advocate against them ( Transgender and Non-Binary People , 2024) . Advocacy creates a supportive, egalitarian environment for all, including nonbinary people. Lastly, we can support inclusive accommodations in public spaces including gender neutral bathrooms. How does gender identity development apply to any of the following programmatic themes? Gender identity development applies closely to the programmatic theme of self-care. Self reflecting on who we

are and taking the time to reflect inward is especially important to developing out identities. Additionally, it also relates to social justice. Not every appears as they may seem and it is important to be respectful of others and the way they choose to present themselves, how they would like to be addressed by others and advocating for nonbinary and transgender people to be treated equally. References: McLean, K. C., Shucard, H., & Syed, M. (2016). Applying the Master Narrative Framework to Gender Identity Development in Emerging Adulthood. Emerging Adulthood , 5 (2), 93–105. https://doi.org/10.1177/2167696816656254 Sigelman, C. K., & Rider, E. A. (2018). Life span human development (9th ed.). Cengage Learning Australia. Transgender and Non-Binary People . (2024). HRC. https://www.hrc.org/resources/transgender- and-non-binary-faq

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