The Epoch Times
The Epoch Times
AD
The Epoch Times
Support Us
Social Issues

Doctors, Medical Groups Call for Focus on Mental Health in Gender-Confused Children

New declaration sounds alarm on the long-term risks of subjecting children to so-called gender affirming interventions.
Doctors, Medical Groups Call for Focus on Mental Health in Gender-Confused Children
Symbols indicating male and female bathrooms are seen in Perth, Australia, on March 16, 2024. Susan Mortimer/The Epoch Times
Bill Pan
Bill Pan
Reporter
6/8/2024|Updated: 6/9/2024
0:00
More than 100 medical professionals and groups have signed onto a declaration that calls for a shift in focus toward addressing underlying psychological problems in children who experience discomfort with their sex.

The Doctors Protecting Children Declaration was issued by pediatricians, doctors, researchers, medical ethics advocates, and faith-based medical groups on June 6 at a news conference in Washington.

Bill Pan
Bill Pan
Reporter
Bill Pan is an Epoch Times reporter covering education issues and New York news.
Author’s Selected Articles

Los Angeles Mayor Signs Order Reaffirming Sanctuary City Policy, Proposes Cash Aid to Illegal Immigrants

Jul 12, 2025
Los Angeles Mayor Signs Order Reaffirming Sanctuary City Policy, Proposes Cash Aid to Illegal Immigrants

US, Australia, Japan Sign Naval Logistics Pact to Counter China’s Growing Reach

Jul 11, 2025
US, Australia, Japan Sign Naval Logistics Pact to Counter China’s Growing Reach

DOJ Subpoenas Doctors, Clinics Performing Child Transgender Operations

Jul 10, 2025
DOJ Subpoenas Doctors, Clinics Performing Child Transgender Operations

6 Secret Service Agents Suspended Over Trump Assassination Attempt: Deputy Director

Jul 10, 2025
6 Secret Service Agents Suspended Over Trump Assassination Attempt: Deputy Director
Related Topics
gender dysphoria
Save
The Epoch Times
To ensure we reach the high standards of reliability and neutrality that you expect from us, we are engaging with Ad Fontes Media to analyze our content. If you find an article you think falls short of the standard, please submit the link through this form.
Copyright © 2000 - 2025 The Epoch Times Association Inc. All Rights Reserved.