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| Topic | 12 y/o bullied for being transgender commits suicide. Obituary goes viral. |
| The Admiral 04/08/18 9:40:04 AM #43: | scar the 1 posted... nicklebro posted...It's a fact that trans people commit suicide at a substantially higher rate than non trans people tho... I mean it's literally established science. Part of the reason is obviously lack of societal acceptance, but the majority of the reason is the condition itself. As was mentioned, even transgenders in loving and accepting environments who have undergone SRS and hormone therapy still commit suicide at rates that are on par with people who have severe mental illnesses. The SRS/acceptance does lower suicide rates, but nowhere close to the general population. Bottom line is that transgenders are already at a much higher risk of depression and suicide, and when they're exposed to bullying -- like this kid was -- there is a greater than usual chance of the child taking his or her life. I think that's something teachers and parents of trans kids need to be aware of. --- - The Admiral ... Copied to Clipboard! |
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