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If someone you know tells you they are transgender, you will need to personally adapt to this news to help them feel accepted now they have made the decision to come out to you.
With help from Jane*, who spoke to HuffPost UK about her experiences as a transgender student, here is some advice on what you should do and what you should avoid saying.
If you need someone to talk to, contact Mermaids on 0208 1234819 or email info@mermaidsuk.org.uk
*Name has been changed.