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Suit over gender dysphoria could dismantle new disability rules - LGBTQ Nation

The new federal rule codifies gender dysphoria as a disability, reinforcing protections against discrimination and emphasizing the federal government's commitment to fight against it.

Professor allegedly fired for transgender views wins appeal

The Sixth Circuit ruled that a professor's lawsuit for retaliation over gender dysphoria views can proceed to trial, protecting his First Amendment rights.
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from Advocate.com
1 month ago
Medicine

Study finds use of puberty blockers safe and reversible, countering anti-trans accusations

Puberty blockers for minors are safe and reversible, challenging concerns about transgender healthcare.

Sinn Fein criticised for backing UK puberty blocker ban - as HSE announces review of move

Northern Ireland will now follow the UK ban on puberty blockers for minors seeking treatment for gender dysphoria.

British Medical Association calls for puberty blocker ban to be lifted

The British Medical Association is evaluating the Cass Review's recommendations regarding puberty blockers for youngsters.

UK government bans private puberty blocker prescriptions for trans youth

UK government bans new private puberty blocker prescriptions for under-18s.

Hilary Cass Says U.S. Doctors Are Out of Date' on Youth Gender Medicine

Dr. Hilary Cass reviewed England's gender distress guidelines, finding weak evidence for puberty blockers in adolescents, cautioning on testosterone/estrogen use.

JK Rowling claims 'best cure' for gender dysphoria is simply to let children go through puberty

JK Rowling claimed nature is the best cure for gender dysphoria, criticizing gender-affirming care for trans youth.

Study finds use of puberty blockers safe and reversible, countering anti-trans accusations

Puberty blockers for minors are safe and reversible, challenging concerns about transgender healthcare.

Sinn Fein criticised for backing UK puberty blocker ban - as HSE announces review of move

Northern Ireland will now follow the UK ban on puberty blockers for minors seeking treatment for gender dysphoria.

British Medical Association calls for puberty blocker ban to be lifted

The British Medical Association is evaluating the Cass Review's recommendations regarding puberty blockers for youngsters.

UK government bans private puberty blocker prescriptions for trans youth

UK government bans new private puberty blocker prescriptions for under-18s.

Hilary Cass Says U.S. Doctors Are Out of Date' on Youth Gender Medicine

Dr. Hilary Cass reviewed England's gender distress guidelines, finding weak evidence for puberty blockers in adolescents, cautioning on testosterone/estrogen use.

JK Rowling claims 'best cure' for gender dysphoria is simply to let children go through puberty

JK Rowling claimed nature is the best cure for gender dysphoria, criticizing gender-affirming care for trans youth.
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Undemocratic and secretive: the BMA no longer speaks for doctors trying to protect children | Jacky Davis

BMA members were outraged by the council's rejection of the Cass review, leading to resignations and calls for accountability.

Dining across the divide: He had a why do you care? sort of attitude'

Social media pressures influence perceptions of body image leading to cosmetic surgery.
Discussions on gender identity reveal nuances in people's understanding and experiences.
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2 months ago

I've had to become my own doctor': trans young people on life after the Cass review

Puberty blockers for under-18s with gender dysphoria have effectively been banned in England, Wales, and Scotland following the Cass review.

Detransitioners sue Planned Parenthood for gender malpractice- as our tax dollars fund it

Planned Parenthood facing lawsuits for prescribing hormonal drugs to young women seeking to change gender roles.
#transgender-identity

What is transmedicalism and why is it harmful?

Transmedicalism defines transgender identity based on medical diagnosis, leading to exclusion of non-binary and gender-non-conforming individuals.

Heed lessons from past studies involving transgender people: first, do no harm

Research on transgender identity focuses on mental health and hormone therapy, but poses challenges in perpetuating stigmas and hindering medical care access.

Opinion | The Complexities of Transgender Care for Kids

More children and teenagers today are identifying as transgender, with 1.6 million people in the United States identifying as transgender.
There is a subset of youth who initially identify as transgender but later come to change their minds.

What is transmedicalism and why is it harmful?

Transmedicalism defines transgender identity based on medical diagnosis, leading to exclusion of non-binary and gender-non-conforming individuals.

Heed lessons from past studies involving transgender people: first, do no harm

Research on transgender identity focuses on mental health and hormone therapy, but poses challenges in perpetuating stigmas and hindering medical care access.

Opinion | The Complexities of Transgender Care for Kids

More children and teenagers today are identifying as transgender, with 1.6 million people in the United States identifying as transgender.
There is a subset of youth who initially identify as transgender but later come to change their minds.
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The BMA's stance on puberty blockers defies the key principle of medicine: first, do no harm | Sonia Sodha

Doctors should follow evidence-based clinical guidelines for life-altering medical interventions, especially with gender-questioning children.

Where do UK political parties stand on self-ID for trans people?

Many UK political parties have shifted their stance on self-ID for transgender individuals.

'I Saw The TV Glow' Is Jane Schoenbrun's '90s Nightmare

I Saw the TV Glow captures '90s childhood nostalgia through a psychological horror lens, reflecting on suburban ennui and social issues.

Jane Schoenbrun on How the Dread and Deterioration of 'Twin Peaks: The Return' Influenced 'I Saw the TV Glow'

Jane Schoenbrun's film 'I Saw the TV Glow' explores the impact of media consumption on identity and reality, echoing the themes of David Lynch's 'Twin Peaks: The Return.'

Review of gender services has major implications for mental health services

NHS gender services for children need a shift towards holistic assessments for individualized care.
Proposed changes include addressing wider mental health concerns alongside gender dysphoria.

England Limits Youth Gender Medications, Part of Big Shift in Europe

Concerns about lack of evidence and long-term harms led to NHS restrictions on gender treatments for children in England.
Northern European countries, including Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark, are also implementing restrictions on youth gender treatments.

Trans people in England more likely to have long-term poor mental health study

Transgender people in England are at a higher risk of long-term mental health conditions, with some facing a risk five times higher than cisgender people.
The first nationally representative study in England has calculated the burden of mental ill health among the transgender population and the extent to which their needs are not being met.
#child-sex-abuse

My Heavenly Favourite by Lucas Rijneveld review a transgressive tour de force

My Heavenly Favourite is a novel about child sex abuse narrated by the abuser
The book addresses themes of sexual abuse, gender dysphoria, and religious upbringing

My Heavenly Favourite by Lucas Rijneveld review a transgressive tour de force

Lucas Rijneveld's novel, My Heavenly Favourite, tackles the topic of child sex abuse in exquisite prose.
The novel is narrated by the abuser, who addresses his victim in graphic detail, creating a transgressive and controversial narrative.

My Heavenly Favourite by Lucas Rijneveld review a transgressive tour de force

My Heavenly Favourite is a novel about child sex abuse narrated by the abuser
The book addresses themes of sexual abuse, gender dysphoria, and religious upbringing

My Heavenly Favourite by Lucas Rijneveld review a transgressive tour de force

Lucas Rijneveld's novel, My Heavenly Favourite, tackles the topic of child sex abuse in exquisite prose.
The novel is narrated by the abuser, who addresses his victim in graphic detail, creating a transgressive and controversial narrative.
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#gender-identity

Gender dysphoria diagnoses are steadily increasing. Here's what that means

Gender dysphoria diagnoses have increased in all but one state in the United States, suggesting that more transgender individuals are seeking healthcare.
Treatment for gender dysphoria can include social shifts or medical affirmation, but often requires a diagnosis from a healthcare professional.

Gender Dysphoria in Children and Teens (And How to Support Them)

Recognizing signs of gender dysphoria in children and teens is crucial for support and understanding.

Gender dysphoria diagnoses are steadily increasing. Here's what that means

Gender dysphoria diagnoses have increased in all but one state in the United States, suggesting that more transgender individuals are seeking healthcare.
Treatment for gender dysphoria can include social shifts or medical affirmation, but often requires a diagnosis from a healthcare professional.

Gender Dysphoria in Children and Teens (And How to Support Them)

Recognizing signs of gender dysphoria in children and teens is crucial for support and understanding.
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The transgender community is facing a silent genocide in the U.K.

A thriving radical feminist movement in the UK has heavily influenced opposition to the transgender population, leading to hostile treatment and lengthy waiting times for trans healthcare.

Why there is no 'pride' for the LGBT community this year

Queer groups supporting Palestinian cause despite lack of LGBT rights in Gaza & West Bank.

Biden Officials Pushed to Remove Age Limits for Trans Surgery, Documents Show

Health officials urged removal of age limits for transgender surgeries to avoid political backlash and support gender-affirming care for minors.
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