Morning Wire Transgender Regret | Sunday Special | 6.18.23
Jun 18, 2023
The podcast dives into the controversial landscape of transgender treatments for minors. It features heartfelt accounts from individuals who regret their transition decisions, highlighting personal journeys of confusion and reflection. Issues surrounding the rapid rise of gender clinics and the lack of long-term studies are discussed. Ethical questions about the capacity of young people to make such significant choices amid societal pressures are raised. The emotional struggles of detransitioners and their quest for support further illustrate the complexities of this sensitive topic.
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Detransitioning Research
- Long-term studies on detransitioning are lacking due to its recent increase.
- Current data suggests 88% of children with gender dysphoria desist by adulthood.
Abel's Story
- Abel, confused about his gender, sought therapy after high school.
- He was quickly affirmed as transgender and approved for medical transition, later regretting it.
Detransitioning Challenges
- After transitioning, Abel faced resistance when seeking help to detransition.
- Therapists in California refused, fearing being accused of conversion therapy.