![]() Through their blog, Riley not only connects with other LGBTQ teens but is also invited to speak on a conference panel to discuss the use of social media as a way to connect members of that community. ![]() ![]() When their psychiatrist suggests that Riley start a blog to help relieve their anxiety and connect with others like them, Riley finds a niche for themself. Along with the pain of being bullied, Riley spends a good deal of time feeling wrong in their own body. As a gender fluid teen, Riley Cavanaugh, the main character and narrator of the novel The Symptoms of Being Human by Jeff Garvin, anticipates rude remarks and stares. NOTE: With respect to the main character's gender fluidity, this study guide uses "they," "their," and "them" to refer to the singular Riley Cavanaugh.īeing a teen is hard, even under the best of circumstances. The following version of this book was used to create this study guide: Garvin, Jeff. ![]()
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