I am a transman. I almost killed myself recently. Still here and so grateful. Thank you for spreading this awareness.
Suicide is the second leading cause of death among teenagers in America — and transgender male teens are at a heightened risk. It’s critical as a nation we accept these teens for who they are.https://twitter.com/NBCNightlyNews/status/1040278935282434049 …
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Honey, be you!
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THIS is important research. And yet,
#transgender is NOT factored into the CDC’s National Youth Risk Behavior Study, which does ask youth to identity as A. Heterosexual B. Gay or lesbian, C. Bisexual or D. Not Sure. Our research must be more inclusive.Thanks. Twitter will use this to make your timeline better. UndoUndo
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When those who lovingly raised you turn on you or appear ashamed of who you grew up to be it would be incredibly hurtful! Love your children through what life sends illness, hate, discrimination! Protect them! Advocate for them! Be brave!
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Depression & suicide don’t discriminate. The struggle is real. Keep getting support. You are NOT alone. They are not better off without you. Make calls! National Suicide Lifeline:
@800273TALK@CrisisTextLine Text HOME to 741741@TrevorProject 866-488-7386
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Time for kinder and gentler to be a root behavior.
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Acceptance won't change the fact that they are deeply troubled and need counseling. Acceptance isn't loving. Loving is helping them to overcome their inner turmoil. Your way will only make things worse.
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Accepting people for who they are will not "make things worse". Suicide is caused by more than a single individual and their actions. Emile Durkheim knew that in the 1800s. Counciling is definitely helpful, for anyone, but believing that society isnt THE MAIN cause is incorrect.
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Breaks my heart. Wish I could give them a hug
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THANK YOU FOR STANDING UP FOR TRANSGENDER YOUTH!
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