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Old 02-20-2009, 10:47 AM   #8
Nancy1999
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I had to look this up in my old Bio-psych book, and learned that John Money seemed to be the primary advocate of this "turn them into girls", and raise them that way. At the time my book was printed, Money was quoted as saying "she is developing a normal female identity and role, though with strong tomboyish tendencies. It will be interesting to observe what happens when she reaches the age of romantic interest."

I'm so glad you brought this to my intention, I wondered what would happen, and I'm very sorry to hear of the tragic results. Is there still a nature vs. nurture debate going on? Seems like most had decided both components are extremely important, but I lean toward nature. For those interested here's more information on the boy, David Reimer. Why did David Reimer commit suicide? - By John Colapinto - Slate Magazine. Although this case was publicized, I don't believe it's all that rare.
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