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<body topmargin="2" leftmargin="2"> <p><font color="#000000"><small><small><small><small><small>Shemales. Historically, gender roles have been<br> assigned based on their biological sex at birth. This meant a boy was to become a man, a<br> girl - a woman. These roles were also specific in how each gender was to live and behave<br> regardless of an individual's true inner feelings. With few historical exceptions,<br> Shemales (She-males) and Shemales (She-males) found that they were not accepted by society<br> because of these rules. Even in recent times, these groups faced legal procecution and<br> institutionalization. Misunderstanding and prejudice was the root cause. Some Definitions:<br> Transexual: A person who psychologically identifies with the opposite sex. Transvestite:<br> An individual who dresses in the clothes of the opposite sex usually for emotional<br> satisfaction and psychological well being. Transexual Shemales (She-males) have a strong<br> and persistent feeling that they are living in the wrong sex. A male transexual has a need<br> to live as a woman. A female transexual has a need to live as a man. The clinical term for<br> Shemales (She-males) is gender dysphoria which means that the gender identity enforced by<br> society on the basis of their biological sex at birth is difficult to bear and causes the<br> individual emotional discomfort and stress. Typical Shemales (She-males) become aware of<br> their feelings in early childhood. But even at a young age many feel that acting upon<br> these feelings with family or publicly is not allowed. This need becomes more desperate as<br> the transexual grows older. The exact cause is not known, although recent evidence<br> suggests that a biological influence prior to birth in the womb may be the actual cause.<br> Sexual preference among Shemales (She-males) varies as it does among the rest of society.<br> Transvestite A transvestite (also referred to as a cross-dresser) is a person who adopts<br> the clothing and sometimes the behaviour of the opposite sex. It is a public misconception<br> that all Shemales (She-males) is done purely for the purpose of sexual arousal. Sexual<br> preference among Shemales (She-males) varies as it does among the rest of society. A<br> transvestite may experience a high level of anxiety if unable to cross dress for an<br> extended period of time. Some have a need to dress for comfort or as a way of relaxation.<br> For others it's an expression of their female side. The exact psychological cause is not<br> known but the feelings are deeply rooted. Due to lack of public understanding, most<br> Shemales (She-males) live in fear of discovery and limit their cross dressing to the<br> privacy of their homes. Some Shemales (She-males) live and go out in the clothes of the<br> opposite sex. Others long to do the same but the fear of prejudice from society prevents<br> them from doing so, which causes increased stress. Marital problems are common among<br> Shemales (She-males). Many experience difficulty in finding accepting partners. Often<br> Shemales (She-males) who reveal themselves lose friends, family and sometimes, their job.<br> Who Are They? Shemales (She-males) and Shemales (She-males) come from all walks of life,<br> income brackets, intelligence and cultures. It's quite possible that someone you know is<br> either. Although exact figures are not known, it appears that Shemales (She-males) occurs<br> in approx. one in 35,000 males and one in 100,000 females world wide. In recent years, the<br> incidence of female Shemales (She-males) appears to be approaching equality with that of<br> males. Transvestitism is primarily a male practice. Female Shemales (She-males) are much<br> fewer in number. This is probably because it is much more acceptible in our society for a<br> woman to don male apparel than it is for a man to dress as a woman. Societal Issues<br> FacedDue to a common lack of understanding and acceptance by others, the transsexual or<br> Shemales (She-males) often experiences the following:-guilt, depression, stress, low self<br> esteem --isolation from family and friends-ridicule and harrassment from the public<br> -discrimination in the workplace, including possible loss of employment -extreme<br> difficulty in finding employment if Shemales (She-males) or Shemales (She-males) is known<br> -misunderstanding in the medical community when seeking proper assistance -loneliness The<br> Law and Legal Rights It is not illegal to dress at home or appear in public as a member of<br> the opposite sex. However, you can become a target of discrimination. In some cases when<br> reasonable discussion fails, the Ontario Human Rights Commission may be able to help.<br> Gender Mosaic also works with the Ottawa police to help protect your rights. Is Help<br> Available??? Joining a peer support group enables you to meet others like yourself. For<br> many, it ends the isolation and creates life long friendships. Through a sharing of<br> feelings and experiences you an gain better self acceptance. If you wish to receive<br> medical assistance, your support group can help you find the right services. You should be<br> aware that the cost of psychiatric counselling is covered by OHIP. Most major cities in<br> the world have established support groups. Ottawa Support Groups Gender Mosaic established<br> in the late eighties, is a support group for Shemales (She-males) and cross-dressers.<br> Thansexuals are welcome to join. Some of the group's goals are: --provide emotional<br> support and social contact for group members. --provide a telephone support service<br> --provide a liase between the gender community and the public FACTT Ottawa is a discussion<br> group which focusses on emotional support and factual information for the transsexuals.<br> Shemales (She-males) and cross-dressers are welcome to join. The group has been in<br> operation since the early eighties. For More Information Contact Gender Mosaic (Cross<br> dressing support group) (Shemales (She-males) support group)</small></small></small></small></small></font></p> <p> </p> </body>