Gender dysphoria can be crippling and all-consuming
Helen describes the devastating impact of gender dysphoria, explaining how the mismatch between body and identity causes terrible problems with self-esteem, mental health, and self-worth
More clips on mental health
Gender-affirming care saves lives even though being transgender isn't a life-threatening conditionGender-affirming care saves lives even though being transgender isn't life-threateningBeing transgender is not a life threatening condition, but gender affirming care saves livesTrans identities are not mental illness, but being mean to people causes mental illnessStop wasting time on awful people - that's how we win against bullies
Related topics
We need to listen to the real experts who know what it's like to be transWho gets to define you? You are the best person to know your own gender identityPuberty blockers are safe, natural, and reversible
Read more about mental health
Are suicide rates really higher in trans people?Are suicide statistics for trans young people actually accurate or made up?Can conversion therapy change someone's gender identity?Do anti-trans beliefs and words actually cause harm?
See all clips on mental health →
Dr Helen Webberley, Gender Specialist and Medical Educator
www.helenwebberley.com
www.helenwebberley.com