Essay On Gender Dysphoria

In general, sexual dysfunctions, paraphilic disorders, and gender dysphoria are misunderstood. The topic of sex is rarely talked about in a scientific manner in society. Instead, sex is glamourized by celebrities and models. Therefore, when someone is experiencing a problem that is sexual in nature, specifically gender dysphoria, that person is less likely to feel accepted or get help to solve the problem. I believe that those two aspects would be the most difficult for someone who has one of these disorders. Additionally, feeling accepted and getting help strongly go hand in hand. The standard for sexuality is what is portrayed in the media and consequently in society. This portrayal increases a strong misunderstanding about sexual issues.
It is possible that family and friends will have a closed mind in regard to this subject due to how they were raised or societal influences. In this regard, family and friends will view gender dysphoria as though their family member or friend is not the same person anymore. Additionally, certain cultures, religions or even personal choice are extremely against sexual reassignment surgery. On the more extremist side, it may be so hard for family members and friends to handle the surgery that they completely stop communication once sexual reassignment surgery has been completed. On the other hand, if family members and friends are highly accepting, then they may be more concerned with how others will treat their family member or friend who has gender dysphoria. They may have to witness discrimination and bullying against their loved one. In regard to gender dysphoria, I would like to know more about people today who are living as a different gender after gender reassignment surgery. In addition, it would be interesting to see family and friend’s perspective on the journey. I think it would be beneficial for communication to be opened up so people can tell the story of their journey and everyone involved in