Design For Life: My 12-year-old has decided to change pronouns. What do I do?

This week, child psychotherapist Dr Colman Noctor advises a reader worried that her child is too young for gender-related changes in life

Transgender issues are often complex and should be approached in a balanced way

Dear Expert,

I have a wonderful relationship with my 12-year-old daughter. She's smart and funny and I’m incredibly proud of her. Recently, she announced that she would like it if everyone referred to her by a gender-neutral name. She also wishes to change her pronouns to “they/them”.

While I'm supportive of the trans movement, I feel she is too young for these changes. I also worry about what comes next in this situation. She has ...