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s06e20 | Fixing "Youth Gender Medicine" with Eliza Mondegreen and Jamie Reed

Oct 25, 2023
Eliza Mondegreen, a researcher into gender related internet phenomena, and Jamie Reed, a medical whistleblower, critique our systems of medicine and culture of trans-humanism. They discuss the failures of the medical community in providing evidence-based care, the need for reform in gender medicine, and supporting detransitioners and trauma-informed care. They explore the controversy surrounding transitioning, improving healthcare for gender non-conforming individuals, and the responsibility of 'grownups' in youth gender medicine.
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  • The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) conference focused more on sociological data than scientific evidence, hindering progress towards evidence-based care in gender medicine.
  • Meaningful reform in gender medicine requires thoughtful engagement and dialogue with AAP to address the limitations of current guidelines and policies.

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AAP Conference and the Lack of Evidence-Based Approach

At the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) conference, it was observed that the presentations and discussions mainly focused on gender woo rather than evidence-based approaches. The speakers relied on sociological data about changing gender identities rather than scientific evidence. This lack of objective and data-driven mindset reflects the reluctance to confront the harms and negative outcomes related to gender-affirming care. Moreover, it was noted that the AAP primarily addressed gender, rather than sexual orientation, and did not present any evidence-based research that differentiated between the two. The absence of a comprehensive approach to gender medicine and the reliance on ideological factors hinder progress towards evidence-based care.

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