The Trans Youth Project: Analyzing Satisfaction and Regret in Transition Care for Kids

In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy addresses the complexities surrounding the topic of gender, particularly for children and teenagers. She emphasizes the importance of understanding and connecting with young people to help them navigate confusing messages about gender identity. Dr. Kathy discusses a recent study published in JAMA Pediatrics, which reveals that transgender teenagers who have undergone medical interventions, such as puberty blockers and hormone therapies, report high satisfaction with their care and experience low levels of regret. This conversation aims to equip parents with insights and conversation points to engage with their children thoughtfully, fostering understanding and reducing confusion about gender issues. Tune in as Dr. Kathy unpacks the findings of the Trans Youth Project and offers guidance on how to support kids in their journey of understanding gender.