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YouTube is a lifeline for transgender teens, twentysomethings

Niko Walker records a video on his girlfriend's laptop for his YouTube channel about his gender transition.

Niko Walker records a video on his girlfriend’s laptop for his YouTube channel about his gender transition.  (Christina House / For The Times)

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For those taking hormones, changing their names and feeling socially isolated, posting and watching videos lets them feel that they’re not alone.

YouTube diaries

Niko Walker removes his shirt to show viewers his scars while recording a video for his YouTube channel. He makes videos for his transgender ¿brothers¿ still looking for help.   (Christina House / For The Times)

YouTube diaries

Niko Walker, center, plays with their dog as his girlfriend, Katie Sayers, looks on.  (Christina House / For The Times)

YouTube diaries

Asher Zickert says watching videos of other trans men reassured him that he wasn¿t alone.   (Asher Ryen Zickert / YouTube)

YouTube diaries

Naomi Ngoy, a 15-year-old in Utah, uploads makeup tips and videos about her transition.  (Naomi Ngoy / YouTube)

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