A point that is easily missed but very important in the “why shouldn’t we think of it as a social contagion?” discussion:
Constantly remind yourself that being trans is not a disorder, just like being cis is not a disorder.
Constantly remind yourself that being trans is not a disorder, just like being cis is not a disorder.
It will likely take some time and mental energy for that important premise to get a hold in your thinking.
Give it that time and energy.
And then reconsider.
Give it that time and energy.
And then reconsider.
If you start from the premise that being trans is not a disorder (just like being cis is not a disorder), and you are a parent who takes their child seriously, would the idea of and fervent advocacy for “rapid onset gender dysphoria” still make sense to you?
Important point from the official WPATH statement on the term "rapid onset gender dysphoria."
The whole statement is very good. You should read it.
wpath.org/media/cms/Docu…
The whole statement is very good. You should read it.
wpath.org/media/cms/Docu…
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