There are plenty of reasons why someone will detransition—a term referring to the act of reversing medical or social transition—ranging from personal circumstance to facing transphobia and a non-supportive environment, such as non-affirming parents or experiences with conversion therapy.
But detransitioning in general has become a hot-button issue, as many self-proclaimed detransition activists advocate for restrictions of gender-affirming care, particularly for you.
As part of our series Xtra Explains: Trans Youth, senior editor Mel Woods breaks down everything you need to know about detransition and young trans folks.
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