Is it real, is it a phase, and will it go away?
Listen to your child. If they're really telling you that they're actually trans, then they are. Your belief and understanding is crucial to them. It may be hard at first but it gets easier. Being trans is very real and here to stay, and your child will need your support more than ever.
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