What Do the Experiences of "Two-Spirit People" in Native American

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Essay

What do the experiences of "two-spirit people" in Native American communities and of hijras in South Asia tell us about the social construction of gender outside of Western society?

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Cardiovascular Development

The process of growth and maturation of the heart and blood vessels throughout a person's life.

Without Defects

Describes a condition or object that is free from flaws, imperfections, or deficiencies.

Prenatal Exposure

Refers to the contact or effect of substances or environmental factors on an unborn child during pregnancy.

Substance Abuse

The harmful or hazardous use of psychoactive substances, including alcohol and illicit drugs, leading to addiction or dependency.