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The Truth About Trans Medicine - Christina Buttons

Jul 17, 2024
51:27
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Christina Buttons, an independent journalist, discusses debunking pseudoscience in gender transition and detransition. Topics include the lack of evidence in gender-affirming care, the challenges in identifying autism in girls, and the controversy surrounding transgender medicine. The podcast delves into the differences between UK and US approaches, recovery from gender pseudoscience, and the importance of online security.
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Quick takeaways

  • Many European countries prefer psychotherapy over puberty blockers for youth gender distress, contrasting US medical endorsements.
  • Lack of long-term safety data for gender-affirming care raises concerns about accuracy and ethical issues in treatment.

Deep dives

Medical Organizations and Youth Transition Guidelines

Several US medical organizations have endorsed gender-affirming care, but have not aligned their guidelines with evidence-supported reviews. In contrast, many European countries have scaled back the use of puberty blockers and prioritize psychotherapy for youth gender distress.

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