Is Cross-Sex Medical Treatment Harmful for Minors?

The quick answer is yes, it is harmful. In fact, research reveals that cross-sex medical treatment is not beneficial for children or adolescents.

Here is what you need to know from this new research:

• The research supporting cross-sex medical treatment is not scientifically reliable.
• It is harmful to minors – reliable research shows that there are negative effects.
• Not enough evidence – There is not enough evidence to consider the decision to follow through on this kind of treatment as “informed decision-making”
• “Watchful waiting” is the most common and research-based option involving gender-confused children.
• Counseling is recommended – Many scientific agencies also recommend counseling services for children questioning their gender.

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