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Whether you’re transgender yourself or you’re an ally to the transgender community, dealing with transphobia is a real issue in everyday life. Innocent comments, intentional harassment, and well-meaning compliments can all be upsetting, no matter who’s saying them. If you or someone you know is dealing with transphobia, use these methods to talk about your needs and speak up when someone says something hurtful. If you ever feel threatened or like you’re in danger, call for emergency services right away.
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QuestionWhen is a right time to come out?Community AnswerWhen you feel that you are in no danger of being thrown out and being on your own. If your family is not accepting, wait until you don't depend on them financially anymore.
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QuestionWhat if my mum is blaming the internet and my transgender friend for me being trans, saying I'm just copying him? What do I do?Community AnswerTell her the internet and your friend only confirmed and gave a name to something you already knew about yourself. Keep in mind that it may just take some time for your mum to wrap her head around this. She probably thinks it's a phase, but eventually she'll realize your serious. If it feels like your arguments/conversations about this are going nowhere, just try to avoid talking about it for the time being.
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QuestionWhat should I do if my family is un-supportive and would disown me if I was transgender or homosexual?Community AnswerUnfortunately, the only thing you can do is wait until they become more supportive. It will be difficult, but it will be even more difficult if you do tell them and get disowned. Your safety comes first. What you can do in the meantime is find support among other people you trust. If things end badly with your family, you will still have these people's support.
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- Whenever possible, avoid medical care from a doctor or other health care professional who has trouble accepting trans people.Thanks
- Always remember that your mental health takes priority over other people's transphobic views.Thanks
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Warnings
- Don't throw around accusations of transphobia unless you're absolutely sure or it's obvious. It is actually possible for a person to say transphobic comments by accident and not actually be transphobic. Also, such an accusation can destroy an innocent person's life, so think your action carefully BEFORE you make an accusation.Thanks
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References
- ↑ https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/law-and-courts/discrimination/hate-crime/sexual-orientation-and-transgender-identity-hate-crime/
- ↑ http://www.glaad.org/transgender/allies
- ↑ https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/gender-identity/transgender/whats-transphobia
- ↑ https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/gender-identity/transgender/whats-transphobia
- ↑ https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/gender-identity/transgender/whats-transphobia
- ↑ https://transequality.org/issues/resources/supporting-the-transgender-people-in-your-life-a-guide-to-being-a-good-ally
- ↑ https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/gender-identity/transgender/whats-transphobia
- ↑ https://www.glaad.org/transgender/allies
- ↑ https://www.plannedparenthood.org/learn/gender-identity/transgender/whats-transphobia
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