Kristopher Kaliebe

Dr. Kristopher Kaliebe, a psychiatrist and Professor at the University of South Florida, shares his critical insights on gender identity in mental health care. He discusses the risks of medicalizing gender dysphoria and the phenomenon of 'illness identity' among youth. Highlighting concerns over over-diagnosis, he advocates for a nuanced understanding of gender and a balanced approach to treatment. Kaliebe also addresses the influence of advocacy on psychiatric practices, emphasizing the need for evidence-based care and open dialogue in a charged political climate.