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Gender Identification
I have to admit I am really baffled that our society is even having this debate, especially about the wisdom of sex change operations on children. So, we don't believe children are emotionally and intellectually mature enough to make a decision on who to vote for until they reach the age of 18. We also don't believe children are emotionally and intellectually mature enough to be held legally bound to any contract they sign until they reach the age of 18. We also don't believe that children are emotionally and intellectually mature enough to be allowed to buy alcohol until they reach the age of 21. But somehow, we believe that children are emotionally and intellectually mature enough at almost any age to make a decision on having a sex change operation that will forever change their lives. So please explain to me why that is not insane. But then again, I still believe that 2+2=4 so maybe I'm the one who needs to be committed.
(This is in reference to one of my all-time favorite videos entitled, "Alternative Math": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7t3Anh4xG0 )
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But with all that said, even regardless of its truth, I must admit I haven't really helped to address the issue or further the discussion. So I would highly recommend reading the following piece that was published in my local Catholic newspaper, especially if you are a parent of a child who is suffering from gender dysphoria. Granted, I realize the source is a faith-based publication but ask that you don't automatically dismiss it as it does contain some very practical and compassionate advice on how to deal with young people who are unhappy with their self image and confused about changes their body is experiencing as they mature. It just may give some parents much needed hope and improve their relationship with their child. (https://www.catholicherald.com/article/local/how-can-parents-and-friends-help-those-experiencing-gender-dysphoria/)
Here are also a few other articles that discuss how for many, surgery rarely cures the underlying psychological issues causing gender dysphoria and can actually increase suicidal behavior.
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-human-beast/201803/the-gender-reassignment-controversy