Transgender ideologues respond with falsehoods when confronted with facts
The purveyors of child sexual mutilation are worried. Those fighting against medically “transitioning” children have won a lot in the last year, and the transgender lobby is responding by lying even more. For example, a recent piece by Meredithe McNamara of the Yale School of Medicine purports to debunk “an inescapable swirl of disinformation that targets trans youth.” McNamara offers “five things you need to know to combat the vast majority of anti-trans talking points.”
But it is her claims that are false, often obviously so.
This dishonesty begins with her first claim, which is that “So-called ‘social contagion’ is not real and it does not make people trans.” She focuses her critique on Lisa Littman’s study describing the phenomenon of rapid-onset gender dysphoria. The research McNamara cites in response is terrible, but this is beside the point because transgender identities are obviously socially contagious — no one needs social science reports to see this. After all, if transgenderism is a “natural state of being” resulting from “genetics and the brain’s structural development” then why can’t we diagnose transgender identities via genetic markers or MRI rather than subjective self-evaluation, and why has transgender identification suddenly increased exponentially?
The usual excuse is that this enormous increase in transgender identities is the result of a more affirmative and accepting society — trans people were always here in these numbers but are only just now coming out. However, this claim destroys the suicide narrative that powers the transgender movement, which is that trans-identified people will kill themselves if they are not affirmed and medically transitioned on demand. After all, if current levels of youth trans identification are natural, where were all the suicides in the past, when there would have been far more unaffirmed and un-transitioned “trans kids”?
Transgender ideology does not have a good answer for this, nor for other difficulties, such as why adolescent girls are suddenly claiming to be transgender in disproportionate numbers. Despite the protests of McNamara and others, social contagion is by far the best explanation for the transgender phenomenon.
McNamara’s next assertion is that “Trans youth are not rushed through gender-affirming treatment.” She claims to rebut “wild misrepresentations of standard care, like the idea that ‘double mastectomies on 12-year-old girls’ is a common occurrence, or that gender-affirming care means kids being castrated. This all sounds too absurd to believe. And that’s because it’s not
How does misinformation about child sexual mutilation impact the well-being of transgender youth?
The Dangers of Misinformation: Debunking False Claims About Child Sexual Mutilation
The issue of medically “transitioning” children has been a topic of heated debate in recent years. Those fighting against this controversial practice have gained significant traction, resulting in worry among the purveyors of child sexual mutilation. As a response, the transgender lobby has resorted to spreading even more misinformation. An article by Meredithe McNamara of the Yale School of Medicine, titled ”Five Things You Need to Know to Combat Anti-Trans Disinformation,” attempts to debunk what she calls “an inescapable swirl of disinformation that targets trans youth.”
However, it is McNamara’s claims that are false, often obviously so. Her dishonesty starts with her first claim, which states that “So-called ‘social contagion’ is not real and it does not make people trans.” She specifically focuses her critique on Lisa Littman’s study, which describes the phenomenon of rapid-onset gender dysphoria. McNamara dismisses the notion that social factors can influence a person’s decision to identify as transgender, but her dismissal overlooks the ample evidence that indicates otherwise.
Littman’s study, published in the Journal of Adolescent Health, sheds light on the alarming rise in gender dysphoria cases among adolescents, particularly among girls, and suggests a potential link to social influences such as peer groups and online communities. The findings of this study, although met with backlash from the transgender activist community, cannot simply be disregarded. McNamara’s attempt to dismiss this research is not only disingenuous but also dangerous, as it undermines the importance of thorough scientific investigation.
Furthermore, McNamara tries to invalidate the concerns raised about the use of puberty blockers and cross-sex hormones in young children. She claims that these treatments are safe and rely on guidelines from major medical organizations. However, she fails to acknowledge the legitimate concerns about the long-term physical and psychological effects of these interventions. Numerous medical professionals have raised doubts about the long-term consequences of these treatments, citing the lack of extensive research and the irreversible nature of the procedures.
To dismiss these concerns as mere “anti-trans talking points” is not only an oversimplification but also an insult to the countless parents and medical professionals who genuinely worry about the well-being of these vulnerable children. Addressing these concerns, rather than dismissing them, is crucial to ensuring ethical and responsible medical practices in the field of transgender healthcare.
It is essential to approach this issue with objective and evidence-based reasoning. Dismissing valid concerns and spreading misinformation harms not only the credibility of the transgender lobby but also risks further endangering the lives and well-being of children. We must engage in open and honest discussions, backed by rigorous scientific research, to find solutions that prioritize the best interests of the child and respect their future autonomy.
In conclusion, the attempts to debunk legitimate concerns and dismiss opposing viewpoints as disinformation only serve to undermine the importance of open dialogue and evidence-based policymaking. It is crucial for all parties involved to engage in respectful and informed discussions to promote the well-being of transgender youth while also ensuring that proper medical and ethical standards are upheld.
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