A recent survey shows that 78% of transgender adults in the U.S. feel more satisfied with their lives after living with their preferred gender.
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Gender-affirming care is defined as age-appropriate and medically necessary care for transgender and non-binary individuals experiencing gender dysphoria.
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Advocacy groups like the American Medical Association and American Academy of Pediatrics support gender-affirming care.
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Some conservatives oppose gender-affirming care due to religious beliefs and concerns about child abuse.
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There is a lack of large-scale studies on the long-term effects of gender-affirming care for minors.
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Several states have passed laws restricting or banning gender-affirming care for minors in 2023.
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These states include Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Carolina, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, and West Virginia.
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These laws vary in their restrictions, from making providers liable for civil action to criminalizing the provision of gender-affirming care.
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Some states like Alabama had previously passed bans, but they face legal challenges.
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Advocates stress the importance of compassion, understanding, and thoughtful debate when considering policies around gender-affirming care.
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