Children 'weaponised' by both sides of trans debate, says author of report into gender identity services
Summary
Dr. Hilary Cass, who authored a report on gender identity services for young people, says that both sides of the transgender rights debate have used children as tools in their arguments. Her review highlights issues with the medical treatment of gender-questioning youths and suggests unrealistic social media images have harmful effects. She advises caution in the early social transitioning of children to avoid setting them on an inappropriate path.Key Facts
- Dr. Hilary Cass led a review on transgender services for children and young people.
- She stated that children have been "weaponised" by both sides in the transgender rights debate.
- Her report found that the evidence for medical treatment of gender-questioning youth is weak.
- Cass noted the impact of social media in creating unrealistic expectations for young people.
- She warned about the challenges and harshness of medical treatments and surgeries related to transitioning.
- The review was partly triggered by concerns about treatment practices at the Tavistock Clinic in London.
- Cass praised new government guidance advising caution about young children starting the transitioning process too early.
- She mentioned the need to support people who may still find comfort in a medical transition.
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