TRIGGERnometry Gender Clinic SHUT DOWN: Journalist Breaks Down Investigation - Hannah Barnes
Aug 20, 2023
Hannah Barnes, an award-winning journalist and author known for her investigative work on the Tavistock Gender Clinic, shares alarming insights about youth gender treatment practices. She discusses the troubling ethical implications and rising referral rates at the clinic. Barnes highlights the critical need for transparency in how treatments are administered, particularly puberty blockers, addressing the complexities faced by children and families. She also examines the intersection of gender identity and sexual orientation, stressing the importance of informed discourse in these sensitive areas.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Trauma and Interventions
- Some young people referred to the Tavistock experienced major trauma like abuse or family breakdown.
- Some were referred for major interventions like puberty blockers after only a few hours of assessment.
Identity and Medical Malpractice
- The Tavistock's handling of gender dysphoria in children is a sensitive topic.
- It intertwines medical malpractice with personal identity, making it a complex issue.
Referral Increase and Demographic Shift
- Referrals to the Tavistock increased dramatically from a handful in the early years to over 5,000 in 2021-22.
- This rapid increase coincided with a shift in demographics, with girls becoming the majority of referrals.
