This section captures the resources and research I’ve done along the way. These have been used as backup to many of the facts and figures I might cite throughout the blog.
These aren’t commercial site links, although many of the best research/resource sites offer subscriptions or downloads at a fee.
I hope you find these useful.
PTSD
- DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria for PTSD, Source: National Library of Medicine
- PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder), Source: Cleveland Clinic
- PTSD Common Symptoms, Source: Mind.org
- PTSD Flashbacks & Episodes, Source: GoodRx
- The Epidemiology of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and Alcohol Use Disorder, Source: National Library of Medicine
- Mental Illness and Addiction: Facts and Statistics, Source: CAMH Center for Addition and Mental Health
- Substance use, childhood traumatic experience, and Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in an urban civilian population, Source: National Library of Medicine
- Sexual Assault Experienced as an Adult, Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Sexual assault and posttraumatic stress disorder, Source: National Library of Medicine
- Causes of PTSD: Sexual violence, Source: PTSDUK
- Suicide risk in people with post-traumatic stress disorder, Source: National Library of Medicine
- PTSD and Death from Suicide, Source: National Center for PTSD
- Suicide and PTSD, Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- PTSD Treatment & Facts, Source: Anxiety & Depression Association of America
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Source: APA.org
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for PTSD, Source: U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
- Sertraline (Zoloft) – Uses, Side Effects, and More. Source: WebMD
- Sertraline. Source: National Library of Medicine
- Paroxetine. Source: MedlinePlus, National Library of Medicine
- Fluoxetine (Prozac, Sarafem, others) – Uses, Side Effects, and More. Source: WebMD
- Fluoxetine. Source: National Library of Medicine
- Benzodiazepines (Benzos). Source: Cleveland Clinic
- Benzodiazepines, Continuing Education. Source: National Library of Medicine
- Recovering from Rape and Sexual Trauma. Source: HelpGuide.org
- Understanding PTSD: Symptoms, Treatments & Facts. Source: Anxiety & Depression Association of America
- PTSD support groups and resources. Source: MedicalNewsToday
- Trauma and PTSD. Source: Government of Canada
- PTSD Association of Canada website. Source: PTSD Association of Canada
- Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Source: Anxiety Canada
Gender Dysphoria
- Demographic trends in transgender identities and gender confirming surgery, Source: National Library of Medicine
- Definition of Transexual, Source: Merriam-Webster Dictionary
- Definition of Transsexuality, Source: Collins Dictionary
- Understanding transgender people, gender identity and gender expression. Source: American Psychological Association
- Causes of gender incongruence. Source: Wikipedia
- Neurobiology of gender identity and sexual orientation. Source: National Library of Medicine
- How Many Adults and Youth Identify as Transgender in the United States? Source: UCLA School of Law
- Filling gaps in gender diversity data in Canada. Source: Statistics Canada
- Facts, stats and impact: 2SLGBTQI+ communities. Source: Government of Canada
- ‘Historic’ census data sheds light on number of trans and non-binary people for first time. Source: CBC News
- What’s transsexuality? And the difference between that and transgender? Source: 7cups discussion forum
- Is There a Difference Between Being Transgender and Transsexual? Source: healthline
- Transgender vs. ‘transsexual’. Source: MedicalNewsToday
- Transvestite, Transsexual, Transgender: What’s The Difference? Source: GraceMed
- What to know about female-to-male surgery. Source: MedicalNewsToday
- Masculinizing surgery. Source: Mayo Clinic
- Postop care and common issues after masculinizing chest surgery. Source: University of California
- Sex Reassignment Surgery in the F-to-M Transsexual. Source: National Library of Medicine
- Overview of Depression among Transgender Women. Source: National Library of Medicine
- Transgender at greater risk of mental health problems. Source: Yale School of Public Health
- Survey: Transgender Anxiety and Depression. Source: National Library of Medicine
- Transgender youth at risk. Source: Harvard School of Public Health
- Levels of depression in transgender people and its predictors. Source: ScienceDirect
- Transgender people and violent crime. Source: UCLA School of Law
- Sexual Assault in Transgender and Gender Diverse. Source: National Library of Medicine
- Intimate Partner Violence in the LGBTQ+ Community. Source: Human Rights Campaign
- Sexual Violence and Suicide Risk among LGBTQ+ Young People. Source: The Trevor Project
- Discrimination associated with PTSD symptoms in transgender adults. Source: National Library of Medicine
- Trauma, Discrimination & PTSD in LGBTQ+. Source: U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs
- Posttraumatic stress in the trans community. Source: American Psychological Association
- High PTSD Rates in LGBTQ Community Demand Better Approach. Source: Psychiatrist.com
- Trans-based discrimination and romantic relationships. Source: SexGenLab
- Romantic relationships in transgender people. Source: National Library of Medicine
- The impact on relationships following disclosure of transgenderism. Source: Sheffield Hallam Univerisity
Transitioning
- Readiness assessments for gender-affirming surgical treatments, Source: National Library of Medicine
- Transition-related surgery (TRS) FAQ, Source: Sherbourne Health
- Gender confirming surgery, Source: Ontario Government
- Transition-related surgery (TRS) FAQ, Source: CAMH Center for Addiction and Mental Health
- Psychological and Neuropsychological Assessment with Transgender and Gender Nonbinary Adults, Source: American Psychological Association
- Affirmative Psychological Testing and Neurocognitive Assessment with Transgender Adults, Source: Colton L. Keo-Meier PhD., Kara M. Fitzgerald PhD.
- Psychological testing with transsexuals: a 30-year review, Source: National Library of Medicine
- How gender dysphoria and incongruence became medical diagnoses – a historical review, Source: National Library of Medicine
- Gender Dysphoria Diagnosis, Source: American Psychiatric Association
- Gender Identity Disorder, Source: ScienceDirect
- The Harry Benjamin International Gender Dysphoria Association’s Standards of Care, Source: Journal of Psychology
- Toward a Commission Policy on Gender Identity, Source: Ontario Human Rights Commission
- Transgender patients and the physical examination, Source: University of California, San Francisco
- Sex and sexual health tips for transgender women after gender-affirming surgery, Source: MedicalNewsToday
- Learning About Feminizing Surgeries for Gender Affirmation, Source: myhealth.alberta.ca
- Vaginoplasty procedures, complications and aftercare, Source: University of California, San Francisco
- Feminizing surgery, Source: Mayo Clinic
Ketamine
- Ketamine for PTSD Treatment In Canada, Source: Ketamine Treatment Canada
- Effectiveness of Ketamine for the Treatment of PTSD, Source: National Library of Medicine
- Ketamine for treatment-resistant depression: When and where is it safe?, Source: Harvard Health Publishing
- Ketamine for major depression, Source: Harvard Health Publishing
- Role of Ketamine in the Treatment of Psychiatric Disorders, Source: National Library of Medicine
- Ketamine for Depression: What to Know, Source: WebMD
- Understanding Ketamine Treatment for Depression, Source: Columbia University
- Efficacy of ketamine therapy in the treatment of depression, Source: National Library of Medicine
- The Benefits of Ketamine Therapy for Depression, Source: University Hospitals
- Suicide and ketamine prescription in patients with depression: a study, Source: National Library of Medicine
- Ketamine Rapidly Improves Cognitive Function, Source: Columbia University
- Ketamine for Suicidal Ideation Achieves Breakthrough Response, Source: Psychiatrist.com
- Ketamine for suicidal ideation in adults with psychiatric disorders, Source: National Library of Medicine
- The Real Pros and Cons of Ketamine Infusions, Source: bespoke treatment
- Ketamine: Short- and Long-Term Effects, Source: American Addiction Centers
- Ketamine Toxicity, Source: National Library of Medicine
- Ketamine, Source: Government of Canada
EMDR
- The History of EMDR Therapy, Source: EMDR Institute, Inc.
- Trauma Aid UK – The History, Source: Trauma Aid UK
- The evolution and future of EMDR Therapy, Source: Cambridge University Press
- EMDR Therapy, Source: Cleveland Clinic
- What is EMDR Therapy?, Source: EMDR Institute, Inc.
- The Role of EMDR Therapy in Medicine, Source: National Library of Medicine
- What is EMDR and why is it used to treat PTSD?, Source: American Psychological Association
- Considering EMDR Therapy? What to Expect, Source: Healthline
- What is the Success Rate of EMDR?, Source: Alphamind
- A FLASH OF HOPE: EMDR Therapy, Source: National Library of Medicine
- How effective is EMDR?, Source: ptsdUK
- Side Effects of EMDR Therapy, Source: High Focus Treatment Centers
- Dangers of EMDR Therapy: Are They Real?, Source: Embark Behavioral Health
- Dangers of EMDR Therapy: Side Effects & Misconceptions, Source: Simply Psychology
- The Potential Risks of EMDR Therapy, Source: Verywell Mind
- EMDR therapy: Everything you need to know, Source: Medical News Today
- The Surprising Side Effects of EMDR, Source: Robert Grigore
- EMDR Approved Regulatory Bodies, Source: EMDR Canada
- EMDR Canada, Source: e.mentalhealth.ca
- About EMDR Therapy, Source: Emdria EMDR International Association
- How to Become an EMDR Therapist in Canada, Source: EMDR Canada
- Should EMDR be done at home by yourself?, Source: The EMDR Coach