Transvestia

ual stimulus imprinted on the mind. If this is true and if it is as strong as imprinting is in birds, it would be impossible to change. At this time this is only a theory, but research is now going on that may change it to fact.

There are two chapters dealing with the treat- ment of transsexual patients. One covers nonsurgical methods, such as hormones and supportive psychotherapy. The other chapter describes various operative proceed- ures with the various problems and advantages to each method. At present, the Casablanca method seems to be best from all points. Surgery in Casablanca takes only about ninety minutes maximum, while most other operations last four to six hours. Also, there are fewer complications from the Casablanca operation.

The chapter on legal aspects is quite vague on what the legal conditions are in this country. About all that is said is that some states will change re- cords on application while others require a court order. The advice given on what to do if you are arrested while dressed applies equally well to TVs.

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The book points out that while surgery is the only sure method of handling TS, and that almost every operated TS is a better adjusted individual in society, the operation is not to be lightly undertaken. great deal of mature thought and planning is involved to make the venture successful. You must be able to live and work as a woman before the operation. The operation will not give you this ability. The most important thing to remember is that after surgery there is no turning back. You must be right; there is no second chance.

While the book is not the final word on trans- sexualism, it is the most advanced work published at this time.

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