Death Panel US v. Skrmetti and the Long History of Youth Transition (Unlocked)
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Dec 5, 2024 A recent Supreme Court case could significantly affect access to medical transition for young people. The discussion dives into the historical context of gender-affirming care, challenging myths about its recent emergence. It highlights the vital voices of trans youth in shaping healthcare policies. The conversation also critiques misconceptions surrounding gender dysphoria and emphasizes the importance of inclusive narratives in legal frameworks. Listeners are encouraged to advocate for comprehensive healthcare access and support trans rights.
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Narrow Focus of *Skrmetti* Case
- The Skrmetti case focuses on sex discrimination, not a general "right to transition".
- It argues that Tennessee discriminates by restricting medical care for trans youth while allowing it for cis youth.
Early History of Youth Transition
- The narrative that youth transition began in the late 1980s in a Dutch clinic is false.
- Evidence suggests youth transitioned earlier, documented in clinics from the 1960s, not as an experimental add-on but integral to the field.
Medicine's Role in Transition
- Medicine and clinicians did not invent trans people or the desire to transition.
- They responded to existing transition practices by providing medical resources.
