For those interested in the sociological impact of these narratives, academic resources like Transsexuals' Narrative Construction

Clinically, gender-affirming care (hormones, puberty blockers, and surgeries) is supported by every major medical association in the United States, including the American Medical Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Yet, access remains abysmal. For the transgender community, mental health outcomes improve dramatically—by over 70%—with access to care.