10-03-2014, 12:09 AM
I agree that anti-depressants as the sole solution wouldn't fly; that would simply be treating the symptom of an untreated condition. I don't think a government-funded sex change operation will fly either. I do think all of the cosmetic requests will be allowed, and probably the hormone therapy and some psychotherapy.
Manning's suit states: "I requested that the military provide me with a treatment plan consistent with the recognized professional standards of care for trans [gender] health."
Did a little research tonight regarding the standards of care, and to see if there was any federal policy or precedent; interesting.
Here are the recognized standards for those diagnosed with gender dysphoria:
-Changes in gender expression and role (which may involve living part time or full time in another gender role, consistent with one’s gender identity);
-Hormone therapy to feminize or masculinize the body
-Surgery to change primary and/or secondary sex characteristics (e.g., breasts/chest, external and/or internal genitalia, facial features, body contouring);
-Psychotherapy addressing the negative impact of gender dysphoria and stigma on mental health; alleviating internalized transphobia; enhancing social and peer support;improving body image; or promoting resilience.
Source: http://www.wpath.org/uploaded_files/140/...20Book.pdf
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Prisons 2014 legal guidelines, inmates diagnosed with gender dysphoria "will receive a proposed treatment plan to promote the physical and mental stability of the patient.'' The treatment plan may include elements or services that were, or were not, provided prior to incarceration. Treatment plans will be reviewed regularly and updated as necessary … and hormone therapy may be a consideration.'
Source: http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/natio...t/9079325/
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The VA pays for transgender health care, including hormone therapy and psychotherapy (they don't pay for reassignment surgery). Source: http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/natio...t/9079325/
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The Pentagon discharges troops who identify as transgender, and the military offers no treatment or counseling for men or women transitioning to the opposite gender. The military regards them as having a medical condition that disqualifies them from service.
Source: http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2014...er-troops/
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So -- as I understand it -- as an active member of the military, Manning wouldn't qualify for recognized transgender health care and would be discharged. BUT, as a convicted spy, he does qualify.
Anyway, will be interesting to see the Obama administration's official reply to the suit.
Manning's suit states: "I requested that the military provide me with a treatment plan consistent with the recognized professional standards of care for trans [gender] health."
Did a little research tonight regarding the standards of care, and to see if there was any federal policy or precedent; interesting.
Here are the recognized standards for those diagnosed with gender dysphoria:
-Changes in gender expression and role (which may involve living part time or full time in another gender role, consistent with one’s gender identity);
-Hormone therapy to feminize or masculinize the body
-Surgery to change primary and/or secondary sex characteristics (e.g., breasts/chest, external and/or internal genitalia, facial features, body contouring);
-Psychotherapy addressing the negative impact of gender dysphoria and stigma on mental health; alleviating internalized transphobia; enhancing social and peer support;improving body image; or promoting resilience.
Source: http://www.wpath.org/uploaded_files/140/...20Book.pdf
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According to the U.S. Bureau of Prisons 2014 legal guidelines, inmates diagnosed with gender dysphoria "will receive a proposed treatment plan to promote the physical and mental stability of the patient.'' The treatment plan may include elements or services that were, or were not, provided prior to incarceration. Treatment plans will be reviewed regularly and updated as necessary … and hormone therapy may be a consideration.'
Source: http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/natio...t/9079325/
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The VA pays for transgender health care, including hormone therapy and psychotherapy (they don't pay for reassignment surgery). Source: http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/natio...t/9079325/
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The Pentagon discharges troops who identify as transgender, and the military offers no treatment or counseling for men or women transitioning to the opposite gender. The military regards them as having a medical condition that disqualifies them from service.
Source: http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2014...er-troops/
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So -- as I understand it -- as an active member of the military, Manning wouldn't qualify for recognized transgender health care and would be discharged. BUT, as a convicted spy, he does qualify.
Anyway, will be interesting to see the Obama administration's official reply to the suit.