27th February 2019
Amy Rodgers Art Editor Amy Rodgers discusses the pathologising harm of a “gender dysphoria” diagnosis In 1973, “homosexuality” was removed from the list of mental disorders in its Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders by the American Psychiatric Association, essentially uncoupling being gay from being crazy. Same-sex desire was no longer a ...
27th February 2019
Amy Shimmin Writer Amy Shimmin talks community and representation with Glasgow’s own queer bookshop Tucked away at the end of Allison Street is Glasgow’s own queer bookshop, Category Is Books. With quotes painted on its walls, books for all ages, and even a real-life Personals section, Category Is Books has quickly become a ...
27th February 2019
Laurie Clarke, Georgina Hayes & Jen Bowey Editors & Deputy Editor Content Warning: This article contains references to self-harm, suicidal ideation and suicide attempts A Glasgow Guardian survey has revealed that 68.2% of students who visited A&E for a mental health-related issue felt that the treatment they received was not appropriate or adequate for ...