Exposing Transphobic Legacies, Embracing Trans Life
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Exploring Watchful Waiting and Historical Mistreatment of Transgender Individuals in Medical Practice
The chapter delves into the controversial use of watchful waiting in transgender healthcare, highlighting the lack of clear transitioning guidelines and the potential harm of using it as a controlling mechanism rather than genuine support for individuals. It also sheds light on the historical mistreatment of trans individuals by clinicians and the harmful practice of waiting for specific markers before allowing transitioning.
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