This is from my last post, many people disagreed with my belief. Since people are able to identify and claim whatever they want to be. I know a now a white women. I do not consider nor identify myself as an African-American woman anymore. I don’t feel comfortable in my skin. I don’t believe this was my right race at birth. So I will now be transitioning and starting to go fund me. Please support, thank you.

    • deadgirlwalking@thelemmy.clubOP
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      3 months ago

      From ChatGPT: The relationship between genetics and transgender identity is a complex and ongoing area of research. While there have been studies exploring the potential influence of genetic factors on gender identity, it’s important to note that there is no single gene or genetic variant definitively linked to transsexuality.

      Research in this area is still evolving, and findings have been mixed. Some studies have suggested potential associations between certain genetic variations and gender identity, but these findings are not universally accepted and often require further replication and validation.

      The statement you provided refers to a variant genotype of the CYP17 gene, which is involved in the metabolism of sex hormones. While there may be ongoing research exploring the role of genetics in gender identity, it’s essential to interpret such findings with caution and within the broader context of the complexity of gender identity, which is influenced by a combination of biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors.

    • heartsofwar@lemmy.world
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      3 months ago

      Interesting study and others: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17765230/

      Not saying you are wrong, but a few things to note / discuss:

      • The study indicates that CYP17 is a “candidate gene”? It isn’t fully proven…
      • The study indicates the CYP17 gene is valid for FtM but not MtF transitions… which means at best it can only explain half the population of trans right now
      • The study I linked was done with under 2000 people in 2007, and a later study in 2015 was done with under 700 people. When you compare that to the estimated 30-70 million transgender potential people, the study is lacking in my statistical opinion…

      Further, have you considered that maybe trans-racialism simply is too new and hasn’t been studied enough?

      https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Transracial_(identity)