Mia Hughes

Mia Hughes, Director of Genspect Canada, advocates for clinical clarity on gender-related distress. She discusses her recent campaign that critiques current gender-affirming practices and reveals her experiences with backlash after her talk in Albuquerque. The conversation digs into the implications of Genspect being labeled a hate group by the SPLC and highlights the experiences of detransitioners. Mia calls for compassion towards those misled by medical narratives while emphasizing the need for rigorous debate and clear definitions in the discourse on gender identity.

Mia Hughes, the Director of Genspect Canada and a psychotherapist, dives into the complexities of gender identity and medicalization. She discusses the shifting landscape of trans activism and the need for a more nuanced approach to gender-related distress. Hughes critiques WPATH's standards and emphasizes the lack of solid evidence supporting adolescent medical transitions. She also highlights the dangers of treating trans identity as a natural phenomenon, which undermines effective psychological care. The conversation navigates through activism, ethics, and the implications for youth.