Ep 15. Being Transgender

In Horizon season 2017 episode 15, titled "Being Transgender", the show explores the personal experiences and science behind being transgender. The episode features interviews with transgender individuals, their families, and medical professionals who specialize in transgender health.

Throughout the episode, viewers gain a better understanding of what it means to be transgender and the struggles that many individuals face when coming out and transitioning. Several individuals share their experiences of feeling trapped in the wrong body, while medical experts explain the biological basis for gender identity and the ways in which hormone therapy and surgery can help transgender individuals align their bodies with their true gender identity.

The episode also addresses common misconceptions and stereotypes about transgender individuals and the challenges that they face both in their personal lives and in society at large. For example, many transgender individuals face discrimination and violence in their everyday lives, while others struggle to access healthcare and legal support.

Despite these challenges, the episode also highlights the resilience and strength of transgender people as they navigate these obstacles and work towards greater acceptance and understanding. Viewers come away from the episode with a deeper appreciation for the complex and multifaceted experiences of transgender individuals, and a greater awareness of the need for empathy, compassion, and advocacy in supporting these individuals and their rights.