Miriam Grossman, a physician and author known for her critiques of gender ideology, joins to discuss the profound grief and trauma that parents face in today’s climate. She highlights the historical roots of current gender theories and the impact of figures like John Money. The conversation delves into the psychological struggles families endure as they navigate societal pressures and controversial treatments for children questioning their gender identity. Grossman advocates for parental awareness and education to support families amidst these challenges.
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Early Concerns about Gender Ideology
Dr. Grossman was shocked to discover gender ideology being taught in sex education.
This ideology separates gender from biological sex, allowing for incongruence.
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Dangers of Denying Reality
Dr. Grossman notes that offering choices that deny reality is dangerous.
She points out that the LGBTQ+ acronym includes "questioning" as an identity, promoting instability.
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Parental Trauma and Grief
Dr. Grossman recounts joining a support group for parents of children who identify as transgender.
These parents experience trauma and grief, often demonized by the medical profession for not affirming their child's transition.
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Dr. Jordan B. Peterson and Miriam Grossman discuss the grief and trauma associated with the Transgender movement, not just for those transitioning, but for the parents and families who now find themselves shunned and alienated if they refuse to affirm their own child's delusion. They also go into detail on the history of the ideology, the monstrosity of Dr. John Money, and his horrendous failed experiment on which he built his doctrines.
Miriam Grossman MD is a physician, author, and public speaker. Before gender ideology was on anyone’s radar, she warned parents about its dangers in her 2009 book, “You’re Teaching My Child WHAT?” Dr. Grossman has been vocal for many years about the capture of her profession by ideologues, leading to dangerous and experimental treatments on children and betrayal of parents. Dr. Grossman was featured in the Daily Wire’s hit documentary “What Is A Woman?” The author of four books, her work has been translated into eleven languages. After graduating with honors from Bryn Mawr College, Dr. Grossman attended New York University Medical School. She completed an internship in pediatrics at Beth Israel Hospital in New York City, and a residency in psychiatry through Cornell University Medical College, followed by a fellowship in child and adolescent psychiatry. Dr. Grossman is board certified in psychiatry and in the sub-specialty of child and adolescent psychiatry.
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Lost in TransNation (Book) - https://www.amazon.com/Lost-Trans-Nation-Psychiatrists-Madness/dp/1510777741
You’re Teaching My Child WHAT? (Book) - https://www.amazon.com/Youre-Teaching-Child-What-Physician/dp/1596985542
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