'I regret trusting' the doctors who pushed me to transition gender | Ritchie Herron

"I had the surgery in 2018 and instantly knew that that was not what I should have done...we need safeguards, we need protection."
Ritchie Herron says he is calling to change laws around gender reassignment after being pushed into the surgery that he now regrets.
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[@marquistf1996]

Surgery or discharge?! That should be criminal. What in the world is that type of policy???!!!

[@antinatalist9995]

Probably the result of a very long waiting list.

[@robw2486]

I have heard this young man speak several times, he has been through a horrific ordeal and been abused and mutilated by the medical system. I am so praying for him.

[@freefall9832]

You say he, so I assume he started as a female at birth and is now a male. If the transition failed, does he have a gender at all now? So sad for this person, bad parents and doctors.

[@MauriceKolen]

Prayers centainly have solved a Lot in this world.

[@bryandimery6509]

If ever there was a justified backstory for a serial killer ...not advocating violence just saying....

[@theharshtruthoutthere]

@@bryandimery6509 May you and your loved ones and your subs(friends), have the boldness and curiosity, to find out what BIBLE speaks about. Mr. ROBERT BREAKERS videos can be used as audio book for learning. Life's 3 meanings: 1.) Get to know GOD and Get right with GOD, 2.) Expose masons (the evil) 3.) Live HOLY.

[@AfterBurner369]

He's a lovely guy. ❤

[@LexyLuthor6]

It should be law that you have to wait until after the brain is fully developed… in your mid/late 20s. All these people keep ignoring the importance of that!

[@HeathenGranny]

Um no 😊😊😊

[@streganona8185]

@GrannysGamingWonderland - Um, Yes. The fact that they are pushing it on children that are not old enough to drive, drink, join the military, etc., etc., should be reason enough to make them wait until adulthood, especially when it comes to something of this magnitude. Schools now teach elementary age children this garbage when they're not even old enough to understand what it is - that's called "Grooming." If a child does not learn to love who they are, they will want to be someone else. That in itself is called mental and emotional abuse.

[@marhineykaye5026]

I agree somewhat, because I was questioning my sexuality until my early 30s. But my experience is unique, as is anything about human psychology which is fluid, unfathomable n varies from human to human. There's never gonna be a one size fits all law that will be fair to folks on the gender spectrum. We as a society need to accept the gender norms challenges, respect the generations who are asking these questions n assist them in the collective transitioning into exciting new ways to perceive ourselves n one another.

[@SilverToes756]

The procedures should be illegal, there's your protection.

[@juniperala]

Very much agree

[@billhawkins192]

When are we going to realise we are customers, not patients.

[@ivancho5854]

If large quantities of money are introduced to doctors then they become as trustworthy as used car salesmen (salespeople?).

[@dontoni8041]

More like victims in a crime

[@lauradahlus]

Exactly! Same with the c-ovAIDs 💉 💉.. To make life long victims... I mean, customers...

[@douglaconti7113]

With the tiny hats running the show, I'd say never

[@SilverToes756]

I agree! I watched this other video and the doctors and everyone reminded me of when I bought a car .

[@soviet9366]

I worry about the rising number of young autistic adults, often same sex attracted, with histories of complex emotional trauma we are seeing who are now self identifying as trans. Its fine when the person just wants to live as opposite sex, but I question hormones therapy and surgery for people while they continue to experience serious comorbid mental health issues other than gender dysphoria

[@marialanchester8180]

In the future they will stop their meds, they need to think a head before they do anything. Times are going to be harder in the near future.

[@marialanchester8180]

@Flier It’s so sad, being set up for a fall.

[@freefall9832]

I feel sorry for these people. This mental illness is not something I would wish on anyone.

[@hypnotikz6227]

most of the time it betters their mental health even knee replacement surgery has a higher regret rate

[@dispirited_official]

Exactly!!

[@sarahcurteis8435]

Richie, you're a very brave and remarkable person, and yes, you should have been safeguarded, not pushed down this road. I wish you all the best for the future.

[@hourbee5535]

These so-called doctors need to be held accountable and the laws changed!

[@beatricerefievna6487]

Actually, the medical oath mentioned non-maleficence, which is an obligation not to inflict harm. Therefore, doctors who mutilate the youth can be sued.

[@MauriceKolen]

You’ve only heard one side of this story. Yet you’re already basing conclusions. Shame.

[@beatricerefievna6487]

@@MauriceKolen The shame is on the doctors. Any serious doctor would not mutilate someone who is having mental issues. Doctors are not meant to mutilate a healthy body.

[@lauradahlus]

Same with the covid vax lies.. Hospitals and doctors for kickbacks from cdc if they hyped up the COVID-19 cases. Esp if the victim was put on a ventilator or was ruled had died from covid

[@flowersthewizard9336]

​@beatricerefievna6487 you are right. Doctors don't push this on anyone and actually recommend against it. I have been through it myself

[@briannas1991]

I'm so glad you mentioned undiagnosed autism, autism does seem to go with body dysphoria

[@Unitedflyier]

Very sad he couldn't get long term mental health help. A lot of people need help aren't getting it.

[@graemefindlater5234]

Elements of the trans community needs to allow for rational, safe and open debates so people like thid dont transition when they dont actually have gender dysmorphia. Safe gaurding is the key to allow those who are the dignity and safety to do so. But also to prevent vulnerable people from doing so. Lets all the stop the hatred and anger and talk again.

[@martin-1965]

"Lets all the stop the hatred and anger and talk again." - agree 100%. As a 58 year old male, I have for a long time watched and stayed out of any debate because, frankly, I do not suffer from gender dysmorphia and feel I have, or at least "had", little to offer, other than to support any individual's right to live the way they believe they were meant to live. Then about 6 months back a good friends niece who had surgically transitioned around the age of 18 from female to male, was in terrible turmoil and regretted their transition. Suddenly the trans issue - with all its complexities - was close to me and currently they are having intense counselling which will, I hope, help them resolve their crisis and decide whether to revert back to female or continue as male. More recently - a much more positive experience - was with my young (20s) neighbours who have a flat in the same house as me. I had known them as a traditional male/female couple but it became clear that the male had began transitioning to female. We were good friends as neighbours, so I felt confident enough to ask the question and to also say that I totally supported them and hoped I wasn't being invasive by bringing up the subject. I admit that, as an old fogey, I appreciated the opportunity to have a coffee with both of them and learn more about how "he" had been feeling and how they were progressing the transition. In their case - they as a couple - the two are doing great and I learned a lot about what being trans means to the individual and to their partner. She is not rushing into surgery but has begun hormone treatment and fortunately we live in a pretty cool town where they have been able to dress as they want without nasty comments or any threats. A happier young couple would be harder to find :) So... yes there needs to be more talk. There needs to be less anger on all sides. There also needs to be more research so that balanced, independent support can be provided to individuals seeking reassignment. The last thing we want are people making rushed or even pressurised decisions that can change their lives permanently. It's not about JK Rowling and what toilet someone uses. It's about real people and helping and understanding them as a society.

[@freefall9832]

It's a mental illness, so sad. I feel sorry for they/them. It must be horrible to believe you have the wrong body. Nightmare.

[@crunchyfrog63]

Under no circumstances should medical personnel be *pressuring* patients into going along with either hormonal or surgical treatments. There's a difference between making it available and pushing it.

[@SilvanaDil]

Some men are more feminine. Some women are more masculine. Leave your healthy bodies as they are! Sex reassignment surgery should be prohibited.

[@msbee7869]

This young adult is quite clear that this decision is not about age - it is about the ‘state of mind’ the person is in: he was in therapy, in a vulnerable, ‘help-me manage my issues’ situation. Their goal was to convince and gain practical experience on this young person. How dare they.

[@deannilvalli6579]

Times Radio handled this really well. Not trying to take a political stance, just asking someone about their experience. Well done to them.

[@AizenIsKubo]

And yet the Leftist lunatics and their "thumbs up" party are here in the comments section crying about it.

[@jimfletcher4520]

But .. TIMES RADIO and GBNEWS DO HAVE POLITICAL POSITIONS

[@deannilvalli6579]

@@jimfletcher4520 Every outlet wil have some sort of bias, or at least a viewpoint (to be more charitable). But it is possible to keep this in check to a great extent and let the story unfold without editorializing. I think they did that well in this case.

[@jimfletcher4520]

​@@deannilvalli6579 And I respect your viewpoint BUT These channels have been put on notice about bigotry .. They hate trans rights .. In my humble opinion .. a 10 min slot does not justify hours of BILE PEACE

[@deannilvalli6579]

@@jimfletcher4520 Well I am not aware that GB News had any affiliation with Times Radio. GB News is a far-right propaganda machine, that is clear. This particular piece from Times Radio seemed pretty fair and even handed to me. Should I see/hear a broadcast with an unacceptable approach, I will surely give a more critical comment. But that last comment from me was only meant to reflect this particular broadcast. .

[@wojteks4712]

The fact Times covers this story makes me appreciate them more as reliable media. Of course they will face backlash fot it, but there should be no taboo with such controversial and drastic procedures

[@persuasivebarrier2419]

you understand that even when they want it, they get backlash from society?

[@davefisher1840]

If you read my Understanding The Transgender Mystery paper you would know there are 3 groups of possible transgender people. Those who WANT to be transgender, those who THINK they are transgender, and those who really ARE transgender. It's essential to discover which group they are in which takes time, love, and understanding by family members, friends, and often professional help. It's vital to protect ALL 3 groups from making mistakes and going on hormones or getting surgery unless they are TRULY transgender.

[@LisaLightning]

Yeah that’s exactly right. Hit the nail on the head. This is why they used to require a full year of therapy and living as the opposite sex before they would allow surgery or even many hormones. They used to protect these people against accidental self harm through surgery.

[@jeffScotty]

Let me guess, there is a lawsuit in the working?

[@evieshore3270]

Actually many of these clinics who perform the surgeries are exempt from lawsuits, although hopefully that will change. Be sure they've taken steps to cover their arses.

[@helendancelot]

There needs to be harming children..sending them on an affirmation only path to medical harms needs to stop

[@Vanilla-jd1ez]

This is why politics should never get mixed up with healthcare. The shocking numbers of supposedly intelligent doctors that fell for this stupidity

[@Kathy-Ohio]

And if the docs refused to do surgery they'd be sued for discrimination. Ultimately it's your body....choose wisely.

[@edgychud]

no refunds

[@tanassy1]

This person just needed a common sense person to tell him what you cut once, doesn't grow back! Lack of common sense and too much political correctness lead to the permanent mutilation of this person!

[@helendancelot]

Vulnerable people deserve safeguards and information before decisions

[@charlesfrances1]

What are they doing to these beautiful children? This is sickening. We must pray for these people. There is going to be a lot of lawsuits.

[@timoconnor7423]

I hope there will be alot of law suits for this which at the moment is legal buttchery

[@blingfire1850]

Even if you thought someone really was transgender, as far as it being something that would make someone more at ease with themselves and have more peace of mind, why would anyone push anyone else into any kind of surgery? If you are not feeling absolutely driven to change something, leave it alone. That's a body part that functions properly for you and surgery may not have a good result. You could be left with some serious problems. They are called private parts for a reason. Don't mess with a complicated, functioning part of your body if you aren't absolutely long term driven to do so. Just knowing it is something you can change down the road if you want to should be some kind of comfort for a lot of people. Take your time, teenagers are often hugely uncomfortable with their bodies and identities both and they manage to go through a lot of different phases that they take very seriously. Leave them alone to try some different identities on for size so to speak, and remind them that they are hormonal little freaks, they are supposed to be angst-ridden.

[@Mankey1234]

Aside from the failures of the doctors. We have to realise this is likely an output from the way society is at the moment. People are so scared of being labeled "transphobic" that they'll go along with something because theyre not comfortable questioning things. I think the best way I've heard it described is "we're building the plane whilst we're flying it".

[@williamchow7533]

We’ve only heard his side of the story. I’d be interested to hear what the doctors who treated him have to say. I suspect it to be a case of damned if you do and damned if you don’t. Personal responsibility no longer appears to be relevant these days. It’s usually somebody else’s fault.

[@DanielThomasHutton]

What do you expect them to say? Yes we where negligent? They will cover themselves it's an ongoing lawsuit. I'd be interested to hear their honest opinions but that's basically impossible.

[@mummablue3107]

Richie consistently faces his part in this, as much as anyone suffering trauma, mental health issues and undiagnosed ASD can consent. Affirmation approach to 'gender' questioning is seeing Drs ignore safeguarding and the fundamental tenet "First, do no harm". They are at fault, utterly and need to be brought to account.

[@girlinagale]

The gender clinic spent over 3 years making sure my gender reassignment wasn't rooted in any mental health issues whatsoever. Anything problematic that showed up would have to be resolved before I would be referred for surgery. And I was over 30 years old when I began transitioning. I tend to believe younger people have not yet got the life experiences to make such a profound change.

[@Ciara-ASMR]

@@girlinagalemay I ask when this was for you? Do you feel that currently people are given enough therapy? (Asking from a curious perspective, as I don’t have first hand experience).

[@girlinagale]

@@Ciara-ASMR I feel that young people, under 25 years, haven't experienced enough "real world" to decide who they think they are. I am very skeptical about pre-teens and teens being granted full support by gender specialists. There are so many reasons a person latches on to an identity and it's not until we've been through adult life experiences that we have enough self knowledge to make profound life choices.

[@AndyNightingale]

Poor kid. Eloquent, intelligent and insightful. It just goes to show that, at that age; someone so self-possessed can be misled and influenced by partisan actors, in positions of "authority" or "mentorship". I remember my experiences when younger, of tolerating gay men's attempts to convince me that I was "completely gay"; whenever they learned (or sensed) that I had enjoyed non-heterosexual relationships in the past. Many non-heterosexual individuals consider it a victory to conquer a "non-gay" sexual partner. They take pride in fostering others upon any LGBT+ path; and they consider it a personal, social and political victory; to see others pass thresholds of non-heterosexuality. For example, a first gay experience; a coming out; a new gay experience (such as visiting a gay bar or sauna) and so on, are all considered *triumphs* by the "mentor" who introduces "newbies" "chickens" or others to these things. And of course transgenderism and gender reassignment are a real thrill, for partisan "mentors" involved in those processes. Of course, Gay and other LGBT+ individuals take political pride, in "standing their ground" and "promoting the cause"; which makes them *partisan* voices who "guide" those less aware and more vulnerable individuals into novel and unknown places! Gender identity and sexuality are choices that people should make INDEPENDENTLY, once FULLY AND OPENLY INFORMED; and once they POSSESS THE MATURITY AND KNOWLEDGE to decide for themselves, knowing what consequences may or may not be!

[@darkangel9171]

Its easier to blame others than take responsibility for your own actions.

[@upnorth2421]

Medical professionals do have a responsibility of their doings.

[@ivancho5854]

​@@upnorth2421Both of these statements are true.

[@tkh846]

??? So if you go to a doctor, tell your problem, the doctors tells you that you have to get a surgery, you get it and then it appears that you didn't need it at all it is somehow your fault??? Grown people can be confused about stuff and have to see an EXPERT to sort it out, so how can you expect a kid to be better?

[@upnout596]

Thank you for your courage and speaking out.

[@mattd8725]

There are two issues here. The degree to which doctors abuse their authority when sounding more confident than they have a right to be, and the degree to which diagnoses of disorders adjugate your personal responsibility.

[@ollyb7570]

Before “gender affirming care” became the standard, Thomas.D Steensma et al 2013 found that only 37% of childhood gender dysphoria persisted into adulthood hood, 63% did not. Across all studies only 2-27% of children continue to report gender dysphoria. Collectively, follow-up studies show the majority of children (84.2%) desist. All those children who would have desisted are now affirmed, leading them down a pathway to surgery and lifelong meditation.

[@meijycakes]

i mean…. gender dysphoria by definition is so broad

[@Joe-og6br]

She found all of this out in her 20s. She was not a child. So that doesn't apply here.

[@supernovaaust]

Can you please post your research links? I just read that 87% remained persistent in the research I just read.

[@ollyb7570]

@@supernovaaust KZbin won’t let me post the link, but start with “Factors Associated With Desistence and Persistence of Childhood Gender Dysphoria: A Quantitative Follow-Up Study”. Thomas D Steensma et al 2013. It has references to other research. Please could you send me your reference for the study that suggests 87% persist.

[@supernovaaust]

@@ollyb7570 Regret after Gender-affirmation Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Prevalence Google it. 2021. To me it indicates that the 2013 study was done before medical interventions and common public notion therefore medical establishment is on the right track.

[@rescuedogs11]

God bless you Ritchie. Thank you for sharing your story. I hope many hear you and are able to stand up and say NO and get the actual help they need. You are admired.

[@Chris-gr4yw]

Its not SURGERY its MUTILATION 😢💔😔

[@MilaOfTheSwamp]

I don't really care what you call it, all that matters to me is how happy and confident I've been since I've had it.

[@streganona8185]

@@MilaOfTheSwamp You are either a liar or you are very lucky.

[@MilaOfTheSwamp]

@@streganona8185 2% regret rate

[@streganona8185]

@@MilaOfTheSwamp Wrong. What's the Complication rate?

[@LordRayken]

@@MilaOfTheSwamp What makes you happy and confident about it?

[@duncanhewitt6557]

I have manic depression and I was diagnosed by a consultant psychiatrist and I didn't know what was wrong with me. Is there any medical tests that can work out a person is transgender other than a person word for it.

[@athinasidera5750]

My son's teacher told them the boys can be girls and vice versa with a simple operation. I currently fighting them ALONE

[@OceanKingNY]

All that the hospitals and the doctors care about is the money, not the patient. Gender reassignment surgery brings in a lot of money, and afterward, they have a patient for life, because the patients require a lot of post-surgical care and maintenance.

[@dubdsy5376]

How did they push him? His mental issues pushed him. If they refused him the transition, he’d probably be crying and suing. Everybody always looking for someone to blame for their own stupidity

[@himoffthequakeroatbox4320]

Haven't you seen the squads of them with oversized butterfly nets and vans offering free lollipops?

[@freefall9832]

Where is this person in the transition? Did they transition and then go back to the original gender?

[@mummablue3107]

His name is Richie Herron, goggle him, he has spoken several times abt his story.

[@davidm4566]

If you watch the video the doctors kept pushing him to do it. He kept saying no but finally caved. He was a minor and doctors are supposed to protect patients. I'm sure the ton of money they made off of the surgery had absolutely nothing to do with them pushing a minor into a permanent body-changing procedure. They also have their own agenda to push.

[@isaiah53john316]

Matthew 5:6 Blessed are they which do hunger and thirst after righteousness: for they shall be filled.

[@MilaOfTheSwamp]

Me, scrolling Twitter with my Doritos and Mountain Dew, cancelling the unworthy and filling my tum tum

[@wonderbmdluli8446]

What he means when he says age doesn't matter when making decisions. But man you leant the hardest way.

[@chrisbergmanniii59]

So instead of admitting that you made a decision that you came to regret you're going to blame everybody else for your choice. Wow.

[@lindaSmith6588]

I feel bad that the interviewee, but i don't think there is a government in the world that could protect against such a nuisance situation. When you are over 18 you have the right to make "bad" decisions. Maybe the courts can help. Other than that maybe the story can help prevent others from making the same mistake.

[@helendancelot]

Doctors have a duty of care... They don't usually chop off body parts for feeling s

[@Lolux1701]

Nope. I don't have the "right" to request any surgery I want from a doctor. Especially if it would harm perfectly functional intact body parts. I don't have the "right" to amputate my left leg if it perfectly works, for example and doctors are forbidden from accepting that request.

[@ChristelVinot]

it makes sense that the medical system wants people to have this kind of surgery because the patient often has to come back, and sometimes be on meds for life. it's just for money. the more people get surgery, the more money the medical system makes.

[@mo_bra3340]

What an intelligent and thoughtful person he is! :-) I'm sorry that he didn't have the safe-guards he needed! :-( Certainly wish him all the best from here on out!

[@ManicMindTrick]

Clearly a very intelligent person.

[@themikaylashow9374]

Lets not forget that Richie ASKED for it!!!! He go refered,signed tge consent forms. Ill rather DIE than EVER detransition!!!!

[@RBH614]

This is very sad. Exactly what surgery was not described but it sounds as if major. He does not seem to have been supported and the Clinic seemed determined to progress on their agenda rather than what was best for him. His story has not ended and he looks as if he faces a very stormy road ahead. He agreed to surgery almost to get them off his back rather than what was clinically appropriate! He has a lot ahead. Now that the Tavistock clinic has closed. I think I am right in saying this there is going to be even less control and care in the future. A scary situation for those who need help. Most cases of Gender Dysphoria go away on their own with time. Irreversible surgery is not the approach in the early stages.

[@black8art]

I've been talking about these sorts of issues for several decades, ....since the first gender reassignment surgery in the late 1980's! Psychology and biology are NOT compatible areas of medicine. Even in the areas of depression, symptoms are treated before ascertaining the causes and dealing with those first! Medicine needs to remove reliance on drug therapies and find treatments for CAUSES, and symptoms will remove themselves! Gender issues are PURELY PSYCHOLOGICAL, and BUTCHERING people for shallow cosmetic reasons changes nothing for the patient, except leave them vulnerable to a litany of complications!

[@veronicamaine3813]

Waiting patiently for your credentials otherwise your just another know it all with opinions.

[@cydneyoliver4312]

You're about seventy years off for the first gender reassignment surgery too.

[@MilaOfTheSwamp]

Yes, depression has nothing to do with chemicals in the brain, nothing biological about the brain's processes. The brain is all just magic, and sadness is just outside causes negatively impacting the magical concept of thought.

[@marhineykaye5026]

While this young man regrets his transition, many transgendered individuals do not. Statistics do indicate a small percentage of those who transition regret the process due to misdiagnosis from unqualified or predatory medical professionals or other factors. However, I emphatically believe the regrets of the few does not speak for or shud not determine the fate of the many. There are more individuals who do not regret their transition n many others who await the opportunity to transition. I support all transgendered individuals, whether in body or mind, n hope they continue to have the option to legally transition. N when they do, that they are cared for by qualified, intuitive professionals n supported by parents n loved ones who are involved with the development of these children n adults so misdiagnosis can be prevented in the future. It's not just on the impersonal physician to make the decision -- it's the individual n those who know n love them best who help the individual make a fully informed choice to transition or not.

[@J-TechOne]

Very lengthy way of basically denying his and others experiences

[@mrnice111]

It's hysterical that anyone thinks a person that tells you to change your sex is trustworthy. When people give terrible advice they are not trustworthy.

[@lovesees4320]

Thank you for airing this important information. Far too many children being fast tracked through this process without adequate checks & ballance. The young victim of medical negligence makes his case very well. Quite remarkable, considering what they did to him, when he went to them for help🤬

[@American-In-Mykolaiv]

Publicity and clicks certainly have an impact on what and how people decide to say - better blame others for your own mistakes. I'm waiting for Putin to blame Ukraine. Oh, he already does.

[@himoffthequakeroatbox4320]

For every person who changes their mind, how many are happy with their new tackle?

[@mummablue3107]

Hard to really know as the medical "professionals" don't seem to have kept accurate follow up records. Anywhere!

[@otakunthevegan4206]

From what I hear, many, for ever regret there are 10 people who do not look back. Everyone is free to do with our bodies what they please. Governments AND Churches need to stop trying to police our bodies.

[@supernovaaust]

Research indicates 87% from what I have read.

[@user-ly5tt9dc8y]

If you are above 21 that is your fault

[@mattb6704]

You don’t think somebody with a history of mental health issues, OCD and undiagnosed autism shouldn’t be classed as “vulnerable”.

[@mattb6704]

You also don’t believe in medical negligence at all either if the patient is over 21 too I assume?

[@kiraalialeeonfairythegreenone]

Because Ritchie was an adult and made the final decision to transition after two and a half years of therapy , Ritchie must take responsibility. He was offered the option of a discharge from the system but Ritchie made the final decision. It was Ritchie's choice. Ritchie must take responsibility for his choices... for his own mistakes. Yes, there is wisdom in hindsight but blaming those who fulfilled your decision will not solve your change of mind and realisation.... and regret. Safeguards? Even with more stringent safeguards or restrictions, we can be guaranteed there will always be individuals who will change their minds. It's human nature. There are countless reassigned individuals who are extremely happy with their results and living fulfilling lives. For the medical professionals... it's dammed if you do and dammed if you don't.

[@veg4life.]

Partial responsibility because of his ADHD and autism

[@ASMR_Snek]

Bro no doctor forces you they don’t even let you transition till ur 16 and even then you have too be evaluated by therapists and they have too diagnose you with dysphoria then go too a few therapy sessions then start the process too medicate and if your a grown adult in your 20s then your accountable if your legally responsible for yourself then your accountable for your actions

[@donnamcpherson3000]

The bit for me in this whole case was when he took a family member l think it was his Mother to say he was having second thoughts and he was still manipulated to go ahead. Total disrespect. I think it is £600,000 per op they get. Maybe they had gambling or drug debt to pay.

[@teresahiggs4896]

Trans people are medical patients for life. They have to take the hormones for life. And so many of the surgeries have complications and need more surgery….and problems like Urinary tract infections, fistulas , problems urination or ability to control urination, so the trans person will be going to a doctor for a long time. And that means lots and lots of money form the medical system.

[@fralinsandfriends]

What are those doctors trying to prove. It almost sounds like they put you through guilt trips and played on your fears to get you to give the answer they wanted. I don't think they even cared what you wanted. 😃😃👋👋♥♥

[@bethsheba7]

I think the ones that aren't prevs are a lil slow

[@unclebob8419]

The laws should be changed, this is a completely life changing surgery. They should be forced to wait 10 years for it, to be completely sure that's what they need. The people in the NHS are pro treatment, pro drugs and surgery, that is their world, the staff are brainwashed into thinking that it's the right option, when things go wrong, it's no one's fault but the patient's.

[@tireironman]

Forced to wait 10 years? Where did that number come from? Why not 20 years? Or 5? For someone with gender dysphoria that could be a death sentence due to suicide.

[@9395gb]

​@@tireironmanIf you commit suicide because you couldn't get plastic surgery and drugs, then you have mental health issues that need to be treated first before being allowed to do all of that. Any doctor who allows you to medically transition in that state with death threats would be negligent. Besides you can just as easily change your clothes, hair and present the way you want. Drugs and surgery are not necessary.

[@freefall9832]

What was the assigned gender at birth? And what is the gender of this person now? I am somewhat confused in this case.

[@mummablue3107]

His name is Richie Herron. Goggle him, you will find his story.

[@freefall9832]

@@mummablue3107 what a nightmare and there is no going back. I guess he has no gender now.

[@KondorDCS]

Only one question. How could his parents allow this?

[@rl7012]

He was an adult. How could they stop him?

[@imeldacastellanos334]

This is why we do our research and trust your gut. At the end of the day, they are people whom we don’t know. Spread the word about this horrible surgery

[@cheerfulturtlegirl]

I say this in love: it is absolutely impossible for a male to become a woman and for a female to become a man. I know what it is like to experience gender confusion, and I'm thankful to God that I never sought hormones or surgeries. We will never be made whole if we live a lie. We need to accept the truth. The burning pain and emptiness in my soul never went away until I surrendered my life completely to Jesus Christ. I could trust Him because I know He is true, that He loves us, and wants what is best for us. We must repent from our sins and idols if we truly want to heal. The Holy Spirit can give us strength to overcome temptation. Jesus Christ is the only way we can be saved from our sins and reconciled with our holy Creator God. I can wholeheartedly say that the Holy Spirit has given me peace unlike anything this world can ever offer and I wouldn't trade it for anything. Please choose truth, agape love, peace, and joy over the fleeting things of this world. We can only find healing in Jesus.

[@Lovely-vd5ss]

Awesome you have a relationship with Jesus. Isn't he the greatest! I tell my kids to be careful with the saying "do what makes you happy". Happiness is very different than peace/joy. Choose peace over happiness❤❤❤

[@jayz12366]

The level of coverage this gets is absolutely hysterical and completely prevents any rational debate from taking place. Relative to other issues, the amount of people this impacts is minuscule.

[@RonsarLo]

Judge a society on how it treats its most vulnerable. The fact you think this is "absolutely hysterical" speaks towards whether you're even qualified to participate in a rational debate. You're have demonstrated you are entering that debate with hardened preconceived notions. Maybe better for you to think before you speak

[@andrewdunbar828]

Covering minorities is absolutely hysterical? Relative to the majority minorities are minuscule?

[@helendancelot]

Even one child or young person being medically mutilated is too many..it's horrific

[@helendancelot]

@@RonsarLo well said

[@ChristelVinot]

7:45 why is her head at the bottom of the screen? why would someone do this?

[@IamKlaus007]

By the time a "transitioner" gets round to regretting what they've done, it's too late. The damage has been done, it can't be "put back" and you'll NEVER be as you once were.

[@patrickmc4851]

By the time an actual transgender child without support and care takes their own life it's too late. The damage has been done. They can't be brought back to life.

[@nikkicole3331]

This is not a child forced into something he was too young to understand. This is a grown man who sought out this particular kind of "therapy" and after 2 years made a decision. When people were poor and actually had to literally work for food and shelter and just to live; we didn't have time for this stupidity. JOBS, COMMUNITY SERVICE, VOLUNTEER do things to help others if your that rich and lazy.

[@iKwondo]

You mean to tell me that performing irreversible surgical procedures on children isn't the new cool hipster thing to do? SHOCKING 😂

[@frankholland9666]

Whatever the judgment, an extremely articulate representation

[@davidhill9054]

it's a bit late now.

[@standingontherockofages]

Romans 10:13 13 For whosoever shall call upon the name of the Lord shall be saved. John 3:16 16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life. 1 John 1:9 9 If we confess our sins, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins, and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

[@jeffScotty]

Why do I have a hard time accepting that she wasn't 100% responsible for her transformation. I'm not trying to be cruel but her story smells like blame

[@Snafuski]

Of course he's blaming. He had serious other issues, and the trans activists (see below) refuse to accept the fact that there are co-morbidities, etc... He was backslapped into medical transition. The affirmative care model simply reinforces the gender dysphoria and refuses to challenge it. Ritchie's story is by no means unique. But detransitioners are not being heard, and those who do, tend to be quiet about their temporary dysphoria. I know a few.

[@ivaniveljic9701]

this comments smells like blame shifting and victim blaming. the society needs a lot of fixing

[@freefall9832]

What was his gender at birth? I am confused in this situation.

[@helveticaification]

So what does s/he think s/he is now? What did the parents think? I'm confused now - is s/he? PS If the 'autism' is 'undiagnosed', how can it be taken into account, and who is the final arbiter/diagnostician of what sexual identity is the 'real' one? Who is to say whether or when this person, or any similar unfortunate - or indeed anyone - has even reached the end of his/her identity confusions? Will the end only come with death - or with the largest imaginable financial settlement? 'Lawyers are laughing all the way to their banks on this issue. My prescription: Study hard and/or acquire other useful life-skills, be friendly and helpful to others and try not to think so much about yourself. Work hard, be kind, and you will find gratification. There is more to life than sexual identity - I know this from personal experience: - Some people manage to enjoy life without ever having a 'life-partner' - and some who have them, don't actually enjoy their life so much.

[@nazimoonali3734]

I hope the doctor can answer to God for destroying this boy life ❤❤❤

[@MilaOfTheSwamp]

Hope so too, if God ever asks a question, pretty silent dude isn't he?

[@J-TechOne]

@@MilaOfTheSwamplove your pfp btw

[@Thea-ez1ir]

How can you change out your real parts for fake just don't understand why anyone would do a that false hand can feel and so on

[@karinelaxa959]

Thank you Ritchie ❤

[@alf8579]

A handsome young man who has had his life ruined. The internalised transphobia professional medical comment & nudge to surgery is shocking.

[@mayasebopelo2237]

Yoh I am sure no one pushed you 😂😂

[@Woman_OfGod14.]

Yoh and I’m sure you weren’t there so you don’t know 😂😂

[@J-TechOne]

Mm, yes “yoh.” Cmon dude, stop denying this person’s experience.

[@k42uy4]

You spend months looking youtube videos, talking to friends and family. You go to a doctor and are pushing for the surgery, affirming that's really what you want to do. The doctor sees you as a patient and also sees the profit. If he tries to talk you out of it whcih would for him make you a waste of his time and lost profit. The patient would just go to a different doctor that tells them what they want to hear and do the surgery. These doctors don't convince you, you convince them that you want it done and tell them why. So you still expect them to say no. Probably some friends and family members tried to reason. Or you seen videos of people with regrets, and then they still go to the doctor and later complain they shouldn't have done it. No they don't listen, because they're blinded and feel misunderstood etc.

[@hawklord100]

Surgeons and surgery departments get NHS grants to exist based upon the number of operations, if the surgery team does not do enough operations to meet the numbers, they either lose grants (loss of personnel/jobs) or even the surgery team shut down completely, this is why you hear constantly about pressure to operate this includes cancer diagnosis as a lot of operations are done when later biopsis done on the parts cut out/off are found not to be cancerous. This person was caught up in this type of pressure.

[@MrVladalv]

Well, to accuse doctors and psychologist after you chose to undergo a surgical procedure... it's kind of lame. No one put a gun against your head and forced you to get "mutilated". Good luck in the next life Richie.

[@whendis.roberts9903]

Why did you keep going?

[@konstantinavalentina3850]

For every subject, there will be exceptions. The person highlighted here may or may not be one of those exceptions, and as a possible exception, it might be worthwhile to consider this story as having political interests with an agenda to say ALL reassignment cases are THIS. Remember there are exceptions, and some exceptions may be more common than others. Be careful not to over-generalize and lump every reassignment case into a "regretful" label. Everyone has their own stories, and not every person is the same. Please don't be tempted to group this story in as an example of ALL reassignments. Another thing to note, this may also have cultural complications coming out of UK's healthcare system where this may not be so much an issue with private care, or healthcare systems in other parts of the world.

[@wojteks4712]

Actually it's applicable for all cases in terms of how system works - not challenging child 's subjective assertions, being supportive instead of scientific.

[@AizenIsKubo]

Right and when ever your child says "Mommy I'm an angel". I'm sure you would get a surgery to attach wings to your child? F Off. You people have lost your minds. The fact that children are being listened to like this is disgusting. Let children grow up without YOU people forcing your politics on them. And yes, you are forcing your politics on them. Your job as a f**** parent isn't to go along with everything your child says. Let them become adults, and then they can be whatever tf they want to be.

[@harryhill8543]

You seem to have glossed over the part this person said people are attempting to silence their voices which is true and some are trying this in the comments section.There have also been studies showing that post surgery mental health issues havent improved for those who go for it. This is a person who was coerced into surgery by people they trusted and like a majority of those with GID they are autistic. Its obvious some people do not want to find out the answer to the question how many kids lives have been made worse by these interventions.

[@upnorth2421]

The detrans subreddit has nearly 48 000 members. I suggest you read some of their stories. It is obvious that there is medical malpractise. How many should there be before it is enough to be taken seriously?

[@konstantinavalentina3850]

@@harryhill8543 - in case you missed it, the comments section on the internet under any video doesn't matter in the real world. I'm not changing anything by making comments on a youtube video, and niether are you. Videos like the above, however, can be used as anti-LGBTQ+ political ammunition (see one of their very own is against them!) and that's dangerous.

[@karenogborn-warren692]

I’m confused. Is this a girl turning into a guy or guy to a girl?

[@rl7012]

Guy turned trans woman turned detransitioner.

[@phatec]

I wish I could say “You could of all people trust your parents”, but I know for a fact a lot of these people push their parents away in these cases, and in many cases parents become enablers instead of helping their kids being against these life altering changes which most end up regretting later in life, and many have surgical complications amongst all the other long term medical issues they will have after taking hormones.

[@ossyrover1982]

To be fair Richie name some names ? In my opinion it takes a pretty messed up surgeon to actually carry out this operation

[@phunkyjunkee]

Doctors don’t do that. Criminals do.

[@stephenbond2478]

Actually you cant be mega woke , you still have your comments ON

[@Gaymergirl69X]

Absolutely no one should be pushed into transitioning

[@IbnBahtuta]

And so it began.....The End 🤣

[@beautyshines2124]

Nobody can't transgender any person because God created human gender the way he want it. God despise those who disobey and destroy his creations. They will reap the consequences of their wrong deeds.

[@stephenbond2478]

Prepared to be cancelled Times Radio

[@nosdamnamur9126]

We all might be kicked of KZbin for having an "alternative" view. Pun not intended but certainly may be implied.

[@riacosta7921]

It's very easy to blame the doctors, but Ritchie and others who have regrets need to take responsibility for his/their own actions. No one forced him/them; they made the decision themselves! I am a medical professional and I have had a few males and females come to my office inquiring about and requesting to begin the transition process. Most have been middle age to older patients, with the oldest being in his 80s. Many are curious and want information but there are some, they tend to be younger (early twenties), who are adamant about what they want and demand, sometimes quite rudely, to start the process immediately without exploring the reasons for their decision. I never allow any patients to bulldoze over me. This process is permanent and these individuals need help processing and understanding their motives, the risks and the consequences of such a procedure. So, before they begin any hormone treatments through my office or through a specialist, they have to be seen by a psychologist for a few months. It's disappointing that these procedures are being performed in some cases with minimal discretion and it's sad that people seek out these services without truly understanding themselves or the consequences.

[@user-ih2rv1cj8d]

Couldn't agree more.

[@stalin3725]

ritchie is so brave -it must be difficult to say what R admits , the surgery failed

[@laurensmith485]

No one pushed you !!

[@Woman_OfGod14.]

You weren’t there you don’t know !!

[@laurensmith485]

Are you trans!? If not you have no idea on the procedure you have to go through to have surgery,this person just made a bad decision but was not pushed,people think they are trans when they are not then blame the medical & other people when they realise they are not trans which then make it hard for real trans people to have their life saving procedures

[@flyinphil42]

They do push , the doctors want to move on to the next patient. It’s in their best interest to get the next victim going on hormones and ready for the chop shop.

[@JillianHowlett]

Go Ritchie! We support you

[@ashleywooden4192]

Is he ftm or mtftm?

[@thomasullmann7447]

Where is the space for afeminate males and masculine females? Gender realignment can be a bowing down to old fashioned notions of gender norms in itself.

[@Pythoner]

what's so old fashioned about gender norms? they reflect biological realities

[@imac3355]

Saying yes for 2.5 years and all that attention was just to much to say no?

[@Joe-og6br]

It's like a drug addict blaming everyone but themselves.

[@jackmac6304]

As a parent I would insist on eliminating all other causes (OCD, ADHD and the others issues he mentioned) for the confusion he was experiencing, then take a good hard look at it again after. What harm could come from waiting to be sure, it is a un-reversible and life altering procedure and should be well thought out. I also wonder for example if someone feels like a girl in their heart why do they feel the need for such drastic measures (surgery and hormones). I guess what I am asking is what additional benefits come from surgery and hormones treatments and were those added benefits worth it?

[@user-qh9st9xn9f]

Stand up against this bull!hit! I am furious about vunerable people being taken atvantage of? Who is protecting them....the children are being prescribed pharmaceuticals without the parents knowledge...I know that is not this man but it still taking atvantage of