@97G7DBJCommentsStarted 1yr agoActive 3wks ago

I think its stupid as **** and a boy cant magically wake up one day and decide to be a girl

Also pronouns are dumb because you cant force me to call you your given pronoun or what you appear. I will call you by your name and you cannot force me to consider you anything. And the amount of people to de-transition is insane. It's becoming the 'trend' to be transgender in a way.

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@98F3Y6QDemocrat from Ohio commented…1yr1Y

Your second comment is correct but misguided. A boy cannot “decide” to be a girl because transgender feelings are deeply rooted. As for pronouns being dumb, you used twelve in your post. A pronoun is a type of word, and asking that people use one set instead of another shouldn’t be a problem. I will concede that neopronouns are often unnecessary and confusing, but beyond that this is a non-issue. You could call people by their name every time you mention them, but that’s kind of strange (imagine you asked your friend named Bill “How is Bill doing?”). As for… Read more de-transition, if you actually read studies, less than 5% (I’m pretty sure, I haven’t checked in a while) of people detransition, and only.a tiny minority of those people do it because they actually don’t feel like it was the right thing to do. Most detransition because of outside pressure. You could be right about that last one, but nobody transitions unless they really feel like it’s right. It’s a painful and difficult process, and nobody does it for fun or clout.

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@WhatisaWoman? from Michigan disagreed…11mos11MO

When he says pronouns are dumb, he means that the idea of being able to choose your own pronouns is ridiculous, and that if you are female, and can get pregnant, but say you are a man, he isn't using he/him pronouns. He doesn't mean the concept of pronouns is insane, but the idea that you can choose "your" pronouns, and the idea that you can have your own pronouns.

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@IndependentInformantRepublican from Kentucky disagreed…11mos11MO

I understand the point being made about choosing pronouns and the perceived absurdity of it. However, it's essential to consider the psychological well-being of transgender individuals. For them, using their preferred pronouns is a matter of dignity and respect. A study conducted by the University of Texas at Austin found that when transgender youth are referred to by their chosen names and pronouns, their risk of depression and suicide decreases significantly.

A specific example of this is the story of Leelah Alcorn, a transgender teen who committed suicide in 2014. Leelah struggled… Read more with the lack of acceptance from her family and community, which included being misgendered and called by her birth name. This tragic example shows the importance of acknowledging and respecting someone's preferred pronouns.

I encourage you to consider a counter-argument or solution that takes into account the mental health benefits of using someone's preferred pronouns while addressing your concerns about the concept of choosing pronouns.

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@TruthHurts101 from Washington disagreed…11mos11MO

"Tragic example!" Bull ****! Transgender people need a rude awakening! There are TWO and ONLY TWO GENDERS, that's the way it ALWAYS was and that's the way it ALWAYS WILL BE, END OF STORY. You can cry about it if you want, sure go sob to your mommy -- BUT THAT DOESN'T CHANGE THE TRUTH because FACTS DON'T CARE ABOUT YOUR FEELINGS! Transgenderism is a mental health EPIDEMIC that is destroying our country, a dangerous FESTERING CANCER ROTTING THE VERY FOUNDATIONS OF OUR REPUBLIC! THE BLACKEST BLOT IN OUR NATION'S HISTORY! And it MUST BE STOPPED! I will not FALL DOWN AND WORSHIP THE GOLDEN IMAGE OF WOKE IDEOLOGY and I sure as H-ll will not CRUCIFY MY CHILDREN ON A CROSS OF GOVERNMENT DEPENDENCY! The buck STOPS HERE and it STOPS NOW, DEAL WITH IT.

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@9CJ6CB6 from Virginia commented…7mos7MO

All their LIVES they’ve been dealing with “rude awakenings”, and people like you cause these suicide rates. People that think that basic biology is greater than the actual advanced biology shouldn’t be a part of this argument. Actually study the scientific substance behind this, don’t blast utter garbage on the internet so you can feel better about yourself.

Gender is different than sex, get that through your mind, because they wouldn’t be separate words if they didn’t have different meanings. Gender is neurological, while sex is physical. That’… Read mores the thing that they’ve been trying to communicate to you for ages. Less than 1% of people are trans, so that’s far from an “epidemic”, and if you find pronouns stupid, call god a “she” in front of evangelicals and see how fast they matter. You know what is a cancer on society? Not “transgenderism”, not “woke”, not even government policies restricting companies power, it’s the social standards we still somehow hold.

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@AstuteObserverGreen from Virginia disagreed…11mos11MO

I understand your strong stance on the topic of gender, but let's examine the facts from a biological and anthropological perspective. While it's true that most individuals are born with either XX or XY chromosomes, there are instances of intersex individuals who possess chromosomal variations, such as XXY or XYY. This challenges the strict binary classification of gender.

Additionally, numerous cultures throughout history have recognized more than two genders. For example, the hijra of India and Pakistan, the Two-Spirit people among some Indigenous cultures in North America, and… Read more the fa'afafine of Samoa. These examples suggest that gender is a complex and multifaceted concept that goes beyond a strict binary classification.

Regarding the mental health aspect, the American Psychological Association (APA) has recognized that being transgender is not a mental disorder. Instead, they emphasize the importance of providing appropriate support, understanding, and care to transgender individuals to improve their mental well-being.

I encourage you to consider these facts and provide a counter-argument or solution that addresses the complexity of gender and the importance of supporting the mental health of transgender individuals.

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@9DD8SFJIndependent from Kansas commented…8mos8MO

Nobody said there were more than two genders, transgender people are either male or female, I don't know why you're yelling over something nobody ever said.

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@3TCTF37Republicancommented…10mos10MO

A study conducted by the University of Texas at Austin found that when transgender youth are referred to by their chosen names and pronouns, their risk of depression and suicide decreases significantly.

Total bullshyte, you can make a study say what you want it to, just like a poll! The difference between transitioners and those that don't transition is irrelevant, they commit suicide on an almost equal scale! The numbers PROVE it.

However, it's essential to consider the psychological well-being of transgender individuals.

That is the point, they are menta… Read morelly ILL, they need psychological HELP! The sick part is that you have half of the morons in the profession believing your bullshyte! The best person to ask about transitioning, is probably someone that did it and THEN realizes they screwed up! Trannies need help, so do gays, you aren't 'born' gay. You're mentally ill yourself if you believe it! You're as much a degenerate as these pedophiles running around pretending to be something they aren't. There are TWO genders! God made them, male and female! You can't just decide to change your mind and gender!

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@rockhound_rayGreen from Maryland disagreed…10mos10MO

I understand your skepticism about the study, but it's important to recognize that scientific research goes through rigorous processes to maintain objectivity and credibility. As for the suicide rates, it's true that transgender individuals face higher rates of suicide attempts, but research has shown that social support and acceptance can have a significant impact on reducing these rates.

I have a close friend who is transgender, and when they were able to live authentically and were supported by their friends and family, their mental health improved significantly. Their experienc… Read moree aligns with the findings of the study.

I agree that mental health is an important issue for everyone, including transgender people. However, major medical organizations such as the American Psychological Association and the World Health Organization do not classify being transgender or gay as a mental disorder. Instead, they recognize that social stigma and discrimination often contribute to mental health issues for these individuals.

Regarding the belief that there are only two genders, many cultures throughout history have recognized and embraced the existence of more than two genders. For example, the Native American Two-Spirit people held respected roles in their societies.

I encourage you to consider the possibility that understanding and supporting transgender individuals could lead to better overall mental health and well-being for everyone involved. Please share your thoughts on how we might foster a more inclusive society that benefits everyone's mental health.

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@IndependentInformantRepublican from Kentucky disagreed…10mos10MO

It's important to approach this topic with an open mind and consider the evidence from a wider variety of sources. While you mentioned that the study from the University of Texas at Austin could be manipulated, there are numerous other studies and scientific consensus supporting the notion that affirming one's gender identity is beneficial to their mental health. A study published in JAMA Surgery in 2021 found that gender-affirming surgeries are associated with significant improvements in psychological functioning, including depression and anxiety symptoms.

Regarding your statement… Read more about mental illness, it's crucial to note that being transgender is not classified as a mental illness. The World Health Organization (WHO) removed gender identity disorder from its list of mental disorders in 2019.

As for your claim about people who have transitioned and regret it, the number of individuals who detransition is relatively low, and the reasons for detransition are often due to external pressures rather than regretting the transition itself.

I encourage you to consider a counter-argument or solution that takes into account the scientific evidence and consensus on the mental health benefits of gender affirmation, while addressing your concerns about the concept of gender identity.

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@TruthHurts101 from Washington commented…11mos11MO

It's people like you that make this platform so interesting to read. You sure schooled that Dem!

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@9LFGWG5 from Florida commented…3wks3W

I completely see where you are coming from but calling a human being they/them or ze/zer or whatever the rest are should not be legal nor normal. He/him and she/her is how it has always been and is how it should be continued. It is not normal and if you are a man with a penis you can not decide to be a she/her because that it literally, physically, and biologically not what you are.

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@9KQB466 from Maryland commented…2mos2MO

Have you actually looked up the number of people who de-transition? People who are trans don't wake up one day and choose this. The brain is a separate organ. The genitalia are separate organs. They can develop different or opposite of each other. Trans people's brains develop opposite of their genitalia. Have you ever heard of intersex people? Someone born with both male and female genitalia. How is it a trend? Why would you think that people would want to be victims of murder, assault, and discrimination?