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How young is too young?

How young is too young?

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Started by Jessica Wood 10 years, 5 months ago

It is common to hear in today's society, "Be the you, you want to be." This isn't always supported, though.

It's hard to be yourself as a teenager when you are pushed into a gender role, quite the same as a cube pushed into a circular hole. But how old is old enough to make the decision if you want to change?

Is fourteen old enough to want long hair? Is twelve too young to ask for short hair? Or new clothes?

Is sixteen old enough to get testosterone shots? I believe it is.

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Mike Garcia
10 years ago Featured

kids know who they are way earlier than adults want to admit. let them be themselves.

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Sarah Webb
10 years ago Featured

16 is plenty old enough to know who you are. my son started his journey at 15 and it has been the best thing for his mental health. stop gatekeeping peoples happiness.