England Halts Puberty Blockers for Children, Citing Lack of Evidence
Recent studies and reviews highlight the need for caution and a reevaluation of gender-affirming care for transgender youth.
- A Dutch study tracking 2,700 children finds that gender dysphoria often diminishes from adolescence to adulthood.
- The Cass review in the UK calls for more holistic and cautious approaches to treating gender-related distress in youth.
- England's NHS has stopped prescribing puberty blockers to children, following findings of insufficient evidence on their safety and effectiveness.
- Detransitioners and experts argue for a shift towards more evidence-based practices in gender-affirming care.
- The debate intensifies in the U.S., with calls for similar reviews and a reassessment of current medical practices for transgender youth.