In Iran, where traditional gender roles are deeply rooted in Islamic social ethics, individuals with gender dysphoria face unique challenges. These people often feel like they are living in a world that doesn't quite fit them. They experience a disconnect between their gender identity and the societal expectations placed upon them. This disconnect can lead to seriou...

A $10 million study funded by taxpayers looked at 95 gender-distressed kids, aged 11 on average, who were given puberty blockers starting in 2015. These drugs delay changes like breast growth in girls and voice deepening in boys. The study found no mental health benefits for these kids. Dr. Johanna Olson-Kennedy, a key activist in transgender treatments, chose not to...