Life as a transgender person can be difficult because of their feelings and a lack of respect from others. Everyone has the right to be who they are. Being transgender is not a choice and is determined from birth. The support of others can make a big difference, especially when one is young and most confused. This topic is widely discussed in forums and conferences at keenepride.org nowadays. As I know, on a group level, research shows that transgender people have more mental health problems than the rest of the population.