Psychological Information

From Transcyclopedia

Most people are unaware of the required process that is involved for a transsexual individual to transition. There are actually standards of care involved that dictate the entire process. These standards we will talk about in this section as well as a few other topics.

Being transgendered is a very difficult thing. There are many challenges faced, and it takes a strong person to get through all of those challenges intact. Due to society's negativity towards gender variance, a lot of emotional and psychological stress is put on anyone who identifies as a transgendered individual. Finding ways to deal with these problems can be very difficult sometimes. This part of Transgender 101 focuses on this.

Sections

Harry Benjamin Standards of Care

Guilt, Shame, and Regret

Depression

Fear and Humiliation

Joy

Family Issues

Gender Dysphoria


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