Their gender identity may combine both female and male elements, for instance, or they may not feel like either gender. These transgender people are often described as being “non-binary.” Another term that is sometimes used to describe people in this category is “genderqueer.” Transgender people may be gender non-conforming, meaning that they adopt customs and habits that are not typically associated with their assigned birth. That is, they may express their gender identity through the way they talk, act, dress, style their hair, and other behaviors.
Transition is a deeply personal journey that is often limited by circumstances and access to resources. Medical transition, for instance, is tightly controlled and might be geographically or financially inaccessible for some people. Sometimes other health issues can prevent a transgender person from doing all the things they wish to do to reinforce their gender identity. The process of medically transitioning can also be a very gradual one and differs from person to person. This may include choosing some treatments for a period of time and then choosing to stop (for example, using hormone therapy for a year, and then ceasing).
