BONUS: Breaking Down The Latest Anti-Trans Victory Lap
Jul 1, 2024
01:03:14
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Trans activist Julia Serano, journalist Parker Molloy, and others discuss the impact of transphobic narratives on discussions around gender identity, critique a report on detransitioning and trans healthcare, explore the risks of medical treatments, challenge misconceptions about social transition for transgender children, and call for more inclusive research on puberty blockers and hormones.
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Social transition benefits mental health of trans kids
Puberty blockers reduce depression and anxiety in transgender youth
Hormones improve mental health indicators for transgender kids
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Social Transition Research Findings
Research findings on social transition for transgender kids showed improvements in mental health markers, such as decreased suicidality and anxiety.
Puberty Blockers Mental Health Effects
Studies on puberty blockers indicated positive outcomes, including decreased depression and anxiety levels, with no evidence of harm.
Hormones Mental Health Effects
Research on hormones for transgender kids revealed multiple improvements in mental health indicators, such as decreased depression and suicidality, affirming the benefits of gender affirming care.
Psychotherapeutic Interventions Evaluation
Evaluation of psychotherapeutic interventions highlighted inconsistencies and low-quality studies, questioning the effectiveness of traditional psychological therapies for trans teens.
Supporting Evidence for Gender Affirming Care
The evidence overwhelmingly supports the effectiveness of gender affirming care for transgender youth, with positive outcomes in mental health measures and few studies demonstrating any negative impact.
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