Consent and Controversy in Gender-Affirming Care

This chapter examines the troubling case of a young woman with severe disabilities undergoing gender transition procedures without the ability to consent. It critiques the ethical implications of consent-based medical practices, particularly in the context of vulnerable populations, and questions the validity of guidelines from organizations like WPATH. The discussion highlights the political divide on gender-affirming treatments for minors and calls for accountability for non-consensual medical practices.

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