for pre-teens
2006-09-27 13:02:48 · 16 answers · asked by kairi fanboy 1 in Society & Culture ➔ Cultures & Groups ➔ Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender
It can be--that's why adults have to "cross-live" as their gender of choice, full-time, for a year or more before surgery from a decent doctor. For pre-teens, it could be that they aren't comfortable with changes in their body, or don't act like the other girls or boys at their school, so they contemplate wanting to be the other gender.
2006-09-27 13:15:48 · answer #1 · answered by GreenEyedLilo 7 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Wanting a sex change is a symptom that should always be taken seriously.
The desire to change sex may be suppressed during puberty but may well re-emerge during later life.
If a person is talking about wanting a sex change, he or she should be encouraged to talk to a suitable (gender) counsellor as soon as possible.
Sexual reassignment in early life offers the patient a much greater chance of successful transition than when the reassignment takes place later on. The body is less influenced by the birth sex hormones and is more susceptible to the influence of the hormone treatment given prior to surgery.
Furthermore an early change will permit a greater degree of socialization in the desired gender.
Some writers (Lynne Conway) think that about 1 in 250 males suffer from acute gender dysphoria. At present about 1 in 2500 males in the US have had SRS. So this is not such an uncommon thing. Dealing with it an early age is by far the best possible option.
2006-09-27 20:16:05 · answer #2 · answered by Augusta B 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There is no quick and simple answer to this.
However, many transgendered people know from very early on (pre-pre-teen) that something is wrong. I think what happens in teen years is as sexuality and sexual awareness becomes a major focus in peer groups (and self) someone might begin to identify and name 'what is wrong'.
This is why transgender programs have long term counseling, cross living and each step is there to help you make sure you are doing what is right for you.
Aside from that, I think allot of people have gender related frustrations due to social restrictions placed on them- what they can do (as a man or woman) and what is expected- and these frustrations can make someone temporarily decide (without that inner feeling of something is very wrong) "I want a sex change"
So if this is something you or a close friend are feeling, think it through, let it evolve and see if gender is at the base of your feelings or social frustration is.
Either way, do not be ashamed of these feelings. They are part of you, and they are OK.
2006-09-28 20:16:58 · answer #3 · answered by Dr. Max 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i dont believe it is a phase becuase no one would just on a whim choose to go change genders. this is something people consider when they feel there is no other choice or way to correct how they feel. some transsexual people chose not to get the surgery although most do. i will be getting surgery once i save enough money. for me its the only way i will feel right.
before you can get surgery you must go through coulseling, live in the opposite gender for a full year. this wouls include school, work and anything else you do in a normal day. you cant decide to have surgery and the next day get it. this is done so that the person is sure they are making the right choice.
2006-09-28 10:37:18 · answer #4 · answered by KellyJeanne 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Most people that get sex changes know from a very early age that they are in the wrong body. Have you felt this way most of your life? If so you probably are transgendered. find a therapist to help you work thru your questions.
2006-09-27 20:10:22 · answer #5 · answered by Tony 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I think so. It's too early to tell, especially for pre-teens. I highly discourage getting a sex change for anyone.
2006-09-27 20:06:05 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
Maybe, maybe not.
What I encourage you to do is embody your sexuality in your own way and not worry about other's concept of what a male or female is.
A sex change is a serious process and once you remove your bits they're gone forever and your new unit is only cosmetic meaning it doesn't function as a true sexual organ
2006-09-27 20:07:16 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
it can be but that is why they make them go throu extensive steps like counseling and living as the opposit sex for a long time to make sure that they are sure and it is not just a phase...
2006-09-27 20:12:55 · answer #8 · answered by RiahWillow 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I really don't know...I think you need to someone who has had a sex change..
2006-09-27 20:38:14 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It is not normal (statistically speaking) for any age.
But don't feel bad, lots of identity questions are normal for your age - just look for positive straight role models and you will turn out OK.
This is a bad subgroup to ask because they will try to tell you you are born that way. You are what you choose!
2006-09-27 20:05:48 · answer #10 · answered by WJ 7 · 0⤊ 4⤋