"People make assumptions. They say it's just a phase, because they don't know what it's like." LW expresses the feeling of hopelessness facing bans on gender-affirming care.
"We kept saying we wouldn't be good parents if we weren't taking our time," says LW's mother, emphasizing the need for careful consideration in their journey.
Tennessee State Sen. Jack Johnson rationalizes the law by comparing it to other age restrictions, insisting it's about public policy and not about denying care.
"It took nearly a year for LW to get the go ahead, but now she is an easy and happy teenager, thanks to treatment for her gender dysphoria."
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