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Originally posted by NarcolepticBuddha
Okay, haven't got to the video yet, obviously, since you just posted it. But I am wondering for what purpose they are blocking her from going through puberty?
Otherwise, I think that's great that she has such a supportive family. There have been cases of children who killed themselves for being raised as the wrong gender.edit on 19-6-2013 by NarcolepticBuddha because: (no reason given)
Originally posted by shaneslaughta
reply to post by NarcolepticBuddha
Its to prevent her masculine hormones from making her hairy and man like i believe.
Originally posted by Gazrok
At 10 years old, do you really think that's old enough for such a monumental decision?
I just can't help but think there are some weird influences in this kid's life making him consider this.
I do wonder what is behind this recent gay "trend". It seems that maybe this kid is just taking it further? Seems all of my friends kids (even my step-kids) are gay or bi. Is it because it is the "cool" thing to be? Are they sincere? Is it just nature practicing population control? I don't know.
In the end, as long as they're happy I suppose (to each their own), but I just can't condone a 10yr old being capable of making that decision to medically alter himself.
Originally posted by Gazrok
At 10 years old, do you really think that's old enough for such a monumental decision?
I just can't help but think there are some weird influences in this kid's life making him consider this.
I do wonder what is behind this recent gay "trend". It seems that maybe this kid is just taking it further? Seems all of my friends kids (even my step-kids) are gay or bi. Is it because it is the "cool" thing to be? Are they sincere? Is it just nature practicing population control? I don't know.
In the end, as long as they're happy I suppose (to each their own), but I just can't condone a 10yr old being capable of making that decision to medically alter himself.
Many individuals with gender identity disorder become socially isolated, whether by choice or through ostracization, which can contribute to low self-esteem and may lead to school aversion or even dropping out. Peer ostracism and teasing are especially common...
...Suicide attempts and substance-related disorders are common.
www.psychologytoday.com...
I'm going out on a limb and assuming none of us are the parents of transgender children so we probably don't completely "get it". I think it's important to remember that this whole thing started slowly, and that the parents dearly love the child and are doing the best they can to make that child feel accepted, loved and valued. I don't know what I would do if I were put in the same situation.