Honestly with Bari Weiss Courage in the Face of Book Burners
Sep 8, 2021
Abigail Shrier, a lawyer and author of the provocative book Irreversible Damage, delves into the heated topics surrounding gender dysphoria in teenage girls. She discusses the rise in transgender identification linked to social media's influence and the implications on youth mental health. The controversy surrounding medical treatments for transgender youth is explored, alongside the challenges of navigating identity in today’s culture. Shrier advocates for open dialogue and courage amidst censorship, highlighting the importance of protecting vulnerable children.
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A Mother's Plea
- Abigail Shrier received a letter from a mother about her daughter's sudden transgender identification in college.
- This sparked Shrier's investigation into the phenomenon, as no other journalists would cover the story.
Shifting Demographics of Gender Dysphoria
- A sharp increase in teenage girls identifying as transgender has occurred in the last decade, deviating from historical gender dysphoria patterns.
- Historically, gender dysphoria predominantly affected young boys and manifested in early childhood.
Social Contagion Among Girls
- Social contagion, like cutting or anorexia, spreads through peer influence, particularly among teenage girls.
- This empathy-driven behavior can lead to negative outcomes when self-harm is involved.
