American Psychological Association's New Policy on Gender-Affirming Care

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The American Psychological Association adopted a new policy supporting gender-affirming care for transgender individuals and urging unobstructed access to healthcare. Critics argue it is a progressive ideological push.

Key Points

  • APA adopted a resolution supporting evidence-based care for transgender individuals
  • Encourages licensed psychologists to combat misinformation about transgender treatments
  • Policy comes amidst state bans on gender-transition treatments for children

Pros

  • Supports gender-affirming care for transgender individuals
  • Urges unobstructed access to healthcare
  • Addresses misinformation about surgical and non-surgical transgender treatments

Cons

  • Critics view the policy as a progressive ideological push
  • Some argue it is politically motivated and not based on scientific evidence