Abnormal Psychology - Chaz Bono (transgender)
“Becoming Chaz”
Growing up in an old fashioned household with immigrant parents from the Middle East, I didn’t hear anything about anything that wasn’t traditional in relation to sexuality. I didn’t know anything of becoming transgendered. As I got older I learned more about it, and the reasons why people don’t feel comfortable as the person they were born. Watching “Becoming Chaz” showed me even more insight on the topic, showing his personal perception, and his journey changing from a woman to a man. After watching this film, I do believe that everyone is entitled to making their own decisions for what will make them happy, and I do agree that there should be a name for this difference in a person’s mind. I don’t believe that a person, such as Chaz, who is born a woman and feels uncomfortable in their own skin, should have to stay that way for the remainder of his or her own life. I also don’t believe it to be a negative thing, even though it is classified as a mental illness, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s negative. I think that since it’s not essentially considered in the ‘norm’ in society, it deserves to have a classification, especially to further understanding for doctors and friends and family who are said to have a diagnosis of Gender Dysphoria. I am amazed at the amount of bravery Chaz Bono has. I truly believe that his experience, especially being in the public eye, made it easier for other people suffering within themselves to seek guidance and do something to become happier. Chaz’ transformation in life makes our society a better place; it makes America become more welcoming of people who decide to change their gender. The fact of making his transformation into a movie for others to see makes his journey even more meaningful. Seeing this film has probably helped, and will definitely help many more people come to a decision about what they feel is right to ensure happiness in their lives; which is very important. Although the acceptance
Growing up in an old fashioned household with immigrant parents from the Middle East, I didn’t hear anything about anything that wasn’t traditional in relation to sexuality. I didn’t know anything of becoming transgendered. As I got older I learned more about it, and the reasons why people don’t feel comfortable as the person they were born. Watching “Becoming Chaz” showed me even more insight on the topic, showing his personal perception, and his journey changing from a woman to a man. After watching this film, I do believe that everyone is entitled to making their own decisions for what will make them happy, and I do agree that there should be a name for this difference in a person’s mind. I don’t believe that a person, such as Chaz, who is born a woman and feels uncomfortable in their own skin, should have to stay that way for the remainder of his or her own life. I also don’t believe it to be a negative thing, even though it is classified as a mental illness, that doesn’t necessarily mean it’s negative. I think that since it’s not essentially considered in the ‘norm’ in society, it deserves to have a classification, especially to further understanding for doctors and friends and family who are said to have a diagnosis of Gender Dysphoria. I am amazed at the amount of bravery Chaz Bono has. I truly believe that his experience, especially being in the public eye, made it easier for other people suffering within themselves to seek guidance and do something to become happier. Chaz’ transformation in life makes our society a better place; it makes America become more welcoming of people who decide to change their gender. The fact of making his transformation into a movie for others to see makes his journey even more meaningful. Seeing this film has probably helped, and will definitely help many more people come to a decision about what they feel is right to ensure happiness in their lives; which is very important. Although the acceptance