In this episode, I discuss the neuroscience of being transgender by explaining the difference between gender identity and biology. I add studies from neuroscience and explain some fascinating findings.
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By Rajendra prabhune – Own work, CC BY-SA 4.0, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=76103676