The Protocol The Now
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Jun 5, 2025 Scott Leibowitz, a former pediatric gender clinic director in Ohio, shares his insights on the legislative changes affecting transgender youth care. He discusses the emotional turmoil faced by families caught between political decisions and their children’s health needs. The conversation delves into the implications of the SAFE Act, the struggles of those who have detransitioned, and the ethical challenges healthcare professionals encounter. Through personal stories, the complexities of navigating trans rights and identity in today's political climate are illuminated.
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Bans Worsen Trans Youth Mental Health
- Political bans on gender-affirming care cause increased mental health crises among trans youth and families.
- These bans directly impact clinical complexity and emergency care needs day to day.
Families' Impossible Clinical Choices
- Families faced impossible decisions because the ban limited new treatments and forced rushed choices.
- Some kids had no viable options between stopping blockers or starting hormones prematurely, risking development.
Detransition Used Politically
- Detransition and regret, while rare, have been weaponized by opponents of care to justify bans.
- The field is increasingly recognizing the need to understand detransition experiences better.