Hey Hive account@geoff84, I think it is recognised as a mental disorder in the U.S.
That is part of the argument, the trans-gender people don't like the classification.
Its hard for people to relate to, and for this reason people have listened and want to understand. But it seems to not get much traction because of the complexity motivating trans people to do what they do.
Its my worst nightmare to get my dick cut off but these people are paying for it to happen! Very hard to relate to.