The Trump administration has mandated the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to investigate the physical and mental health effects of gender transition, particularly focusing on 'regret' and 'detransition'. This directive, criticized for its politically loaded language, raises alarm among researchers and the LGBTQ+ community. Many believe the language of 'chemical and surgical mutilation' undermines scientific integrity and stigmatizes trans individuals. Researchers are concerned that the NIH's study could prioritize political agendas over scientific validity, potentially affecting the care and understanding of transgender health issues.
"What they're looking for is a political answer not a scientific one," says Adrian Shanker, highlighting concerns over the integrity of NIH's research directive.
"Chemical or surgical mutilation? These are deeply offensive terms," remarks Harry Barbee, warning against the stigmatizing language in the NIH directive.
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