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Transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) youth experience disparities regarding access to physical and mental health resources; moreover, pediatric providers often do not feel skilled at caring for these patients. A recent policy statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) provides a comprehensive summary of appropriate terms, explanations of medical interventions, and recommendations for optimizing the well-being of TGD youth and their parents. This evidence-based statement is supported by the expert opinion of clinical and research leaders.
The statement outlines caregiving challenges and provides management suggestions for promoting positive development while preventing the stigma and discrimination that these youth face. A gender…