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Fox News
28-06-2025
- Health
- Fox News
How psychiatry and activism created the dangerous concept of 'transgender children'
In April 2007, millions of Americans tuned in to ABC's 20/20 as Barbara Walters introduced the world to psychiatry's most devastating creation: the "transgender child." In a segment titled "My Secret Self," Walters profiled three children—including a young Jazz Jennings—being raised as the opposite sex, explaining that they had been diagnosed with "gender identity disorder." The episode marks the moment the Western world lost its grip on reality. A brand-new type of human being had been conjured into existence through the collision of psychiatry, endocrinology, and political activism. Yet while the concept defied everything known about childhood development and identity formation, large swathes of society—almost overnight—began believing the unbelievable: that a child could be born in the wrong body. To understand how such a belief materialized, we must go back to an obscure corner of psychiatry in the 1960s, where a fringe group of doctors were studying what motivated men who believed they were women to seek hormones and surgeries. These researchers turned their attention to feminine boys, hoping to identify future transsexuals, and in the process they pathologized childhood gender nonconformity. In the decades that followed, it became clear that what those pioneers mostly found were not "transsexual children," but future homosexuals. However, by the time this was understood, it was too late. The seed had been planted—and the concept of the "trans child" was poised to take on a life of its own. A pivotal moment arrived in 1980, when "gender identity disorder of childhood" was included in the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-III). After the diagnosis was made official, along came the medical "solution": puberty suppression, developed in the Netherlands during the 1990s. While psychiatry conceived the idea, puberty blockers brought the transgender child to life. Before this intervention, it was impossible to raise a boy as a girl, or vice versa, with puberty looming on the horizon. But when the Dutch made puberty optional, they handed deeply misguided adults the means to sever gender-nonconforming children from the reality of their sexed bodies. At the same time, a critical shift was also unfolding in the realm of trans activism. In the 1990s, trans activists decided to redefine transgender identities as innate and healthy, rather than rooted in mental disorder or paraphilic desire. This wasn't grounded in new science; it was strategic rebranding. The old labels, while accurate, didn't suit the nascent movement's political goals. The concept of the transgender child, freshly minted by medicine, fit perfectly into this new narrative. If being trans is innate, then transgender children must exist. And if transgender children exist, then trans identities must be natural—not pathological or deviant. It was a self-justifying loop—circular and compelling, but based on ideology, not evidence. In the decades that followed, "trans kids" were thrust onto the forefront of what was framed as a civil rights struggle. This devastating convergence of medical, political, and cultural forces ensured that countless children—rather than being given the freedom to grow, mature, and explore different identities—were locked into a lifetime of medicalization, embodying an identity imposed upon them before they were old enough to understand what was at stake. Every story of a "trans kid" begins with tired stereotypes—little boys who like Barbies and princess gowns, or tomboys with short hair and a dislike of dresses. What separates a gender-nonconforming child from one diagnosed with gender dysphoria—now considered a "trans child"—is not biology, but belief. Specifically, the child's belief that they are the opposite sex. In our upside-down world, the child leads and the adults follow. Yet, only a society in the grip of mass psychosis could treat children as wise oracles capable of divining an authentic gender soul while still young enough to believe in Santa Claus and the Tooth Fairy. The tragic reality is: trans kids don't exist. What does exist are gender-nonconforming children trying to make sense of themselves in a world that has abandoned reason in favor of ideology. These children—the majority of whom would grow up to be gay or lesbian—are being lied to during a crucial stage of identity development, and the consequences will haunt them for a lifetime. Once the forces that collided to create the transgender child—psychiatric labeling, medical experimentation, and activist messaging—are understood, the dark irony of trans activism's favorite slogan, Protect Trans Kids, becomes unmistakable. In truth, children need protection from the very people who believe there is such a thing as a trans kid. The crowds marching in the streets waving pink, blue, and white flags in zealous solidarity may see themselves as righteous heroes, but they are not fighting to protect children. Instead, they are modern-day Pied Pipers, luring confused, vulnerable children away from safety and down the dangerous path first paved by psychiatry—one of false promises and irreversible harm.
Yahoo
06-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Jazz Jennings Is Unrecognizable in New Photos After 100-Lb. Weight Loss
Jazz Jennings posted new photos on Instagram, showing off her recent 100-lb. weight loss The 24-year-old started her health transformation after struggling with binge-eating disorder The transgender activist has been documenting the success in her weight-loss journey on social media for the past few yearsJazz Jennings is shocking fans with her dramatic weight-loss transformation. On June 4, the I Am Jazz star posted a series of selfies on Instagram showcasing her recent weight loss. The 24-year-old previously shared that she's lost 100 lbs. since committing to living a more healthy lifestyle. In the comments section, fans of the reality star praised her for her new look. 'You look great congrats on the weight look is a 10,' one user said, while another person wrote. 'You got so thin I did didn't recognize you.' 'You should be very proud of yourself.❤️' one follower commented. Another person added, 'Jazz!!! You Look STUNNING!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️' is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! Never miss a story — sign up for to stay up-to-date on the best of what PEOPLE has to offer, from celebrity news to compelling human interest stories. Back in August 2024, Jennings expressed how proud she was of her weight loss and shared an inspirational video showing her progress over the last couple years. The post begins with a clip of her struggling to get through a workout two years ago. It then cuts to present day with a clip of her running easily and pushing through tough exercises. 'Two years later and almost 100 pounds lighter! I'm so proud of my progress and want to thank my family, friends and all who supported me in getting there,' she wrote. 'Good health is not a certificate you display, it is a constant effort!' she continued. 'I still have room for improvement, but I am more motivated and inspired than I've been in years. Let's keep it going!' The transgender activist said she's continuing to look forward, writing, 'I'm proud of my progress toward better health, but I'm still running towards more goals!' Jennings' weight-loss journey began in 2021 when she revealed that she had gained "almost 100 lbs. in a little less than 2 years" and was ready to "hold myself accountable" after being diagnosed with binge-eating disorder. After Jennings lost 70 lbs, she shared that 'no matter my weight, I have always felt beautiful. However, losing this weight and prioritizing my health has created a shift within.' If you or someone you know is struggling with an eating disorder, The Alliance for Eating Disorders provides a fully-staffed helpline at 1-866-662-1235, as well as free, therapist-led support groups. Read the original article on People
Newsweek
30-05-2025
- General
- Newsweek
Censors Allowed to Remove Books From Libraries, Court Rules
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. A federal appeals court has ruled that public library officials may remove books from shelves based on their content, the latest development in an ongoing national debate over censorship and free speech. On May 23, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals reversed a lower court's ruling that said the removal of books based on their content likely violated patrons' First Amendment right to access information. Why It Matters The ruling marks a significant shift in the legal interpretation of First Amendment protections in public libraries, which have long been considered bastions of free expression. By granting library officials powers to remove books they deem inappropriate or ideologically objectionable, the Fifth Circuit has potentially empowered local governments to suppress certain ideas from public access. What To Know The case stems from a dispute in Llano County, Texas, where officials removed 17 books from the public library system in 2021 after receiving complaints from residents. The titles included books about the history of racism in the U.S., such as They Called Themselves the K.K.K.; a sex-education book for preteens; and books with LGBTQ+ themes, including Being Jazz by transgender activist Jazz Jennings. The list also includes a series of children's books with titles such as I Broke My Butt! and Larry the Farting Leprechaun. Books at the Rice University Library in Houston on April 26, 2022. Books at the Rice University Library in Houston on April 26, 2022.A group of residents sued, arguing that removing the books was unconstitutional viewpoint discrimination. A district court agreed, ordering officials to return the books to library shelves. However, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has reversed that ruling in a 10–7 decision. Judge Stuart Kyle Duncan wrote in a 60-page majority opinion that "plaintiffs cannot invoke a right to receive information to challenge a library's removal of books." He contended that libraries' collections were "for expressive purposes," meaning "their collection decisions are therefore government speech." The ruling goes against past interpretations of Supreme Court precedent, which have broadly protected against viewpoint-based censorship in libraries. What People Are Saying Elly Brinkley, PEN America's attorney for U.S. Free Expression Programs, said in a statement: "This astounding decision reveals either ignorance of the scale and danger of state censorship or deliberate indifference toward it. The record clearly shows that the government removed books based on politically-motivated viewpoint discrimination—a violation of constitutionally protected rights. "The court's embrace of the dangerous argument that the curation of library books constitutes 'government speech' immunizes state censorship from First Amendment scrutiny, essentially giving the government free rein to exert ideological control over what citizens can read in their public libraries." What Happens Next The Fifth Circuit's decision is binding in the states over which it has jurisdiction: Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi. However, the plaintiffs are expected to appeal the ruling, potentially setting the stage for a U.S. Supreme Court review that could define the future of content regulation in libraries across the country.
