Today, we're diving into what's probably the most debated transgender topic out there next to the common belief that being transgender is a choice, which we have addressed in previous episodes: Today’s Episode covers adolescent gender-affirming care. You definitely don't want to miss this one no matter who you are, an ally, a friend, a parent, and especially anyone that is on the fence about Transgender persons. This series is meant to educate.

We'll be covering in this episode:

• The Foundational Diagnosis: A quick review of gender dysphoria vs. gender incongruence and why it matters.
• Sensationalization of “Chemical Castration”: Why it is misleading and inaccurate.
• The "Choice" Fallacy: Why denying care isn't "waiting," but an active, harmful intervention.
• The Path of Affirmation: How social exploration naturally leads to medical support, when necessary.
• The Gift of Puberty Blockers: What these reversible medications do, and don't do, for youth.
• Debunking Detransition Narratives: The truth about regret rates and the real reasons behind detransition.
• The True Cost of Waiting: The immense psychological, physical, and financial burdens of delaying care.
• Navigating Discrimination: How an unwanted puberty impacts social and economic well-being.
• The Political Landscape: Understanding the legislative efforts and disinformation campaigns targeting trans youth.

Adolescence is a time of profound transformation, a universal journey of becoming and discovery.

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