Study Shows Lower Depression Risk with Gender-Affirming Care for Transgender Adults
#GenderAffirmingCare #MentalHealthAwarenessGender-affirming care significantly reduces depression risk in transgender adults in the U.S. Hormone therapy plays a crucial role in mental health for trans individuals. Access to such care is decreasing due to restrictive policies, impacting mental health outcomes and increasing suicide risk. read more
US hospitals halt gender-affirming treatment for transgender youth under 19
#TrumpOrder #GenderAffirmingCareNYU Langone and other US hospitals have ceased gender-affirming treatments for transgender youth in response to Trump's executive order threatening funding withdrawal. Hospitals evaluate the impact while complying with the order, prompting concerns for the affected youth's mental health and safety. read more
"Trump targets transgender youth healthcare in controversial executive order"
#GenderAffirmingCare #TransRightsTrump issues executive order targeting gender-affirming care for transgender Americans under 19, directing federal agencies to revoke policies supporting such healthcare, including puberty blockers and hormones. Medical organizations advocate for affirming care, but Trump's order aligns with his anti-trans campaign promises. read more
Florida Gender-Affirming Care Law Challenged in Federal Court Battle
#Florida #GenderAffirmingCareIn November 2022, people rallied in support of gender-affirming care during a Florida board meeting. Opponents challenge the law signed by Governor Ron DeSantis in January to ban medical care for transgender youth, claiming it infringes on parental rights. read more