Detransitioner Walt Heyer Shares Why Kids Should not Have Gender Reassignment Surgery | FPA Report

Few issues facing families today are more important than protecting children from irreversible harm while offering hope and compassion to those struggling with gender identity. In this episode, Walt Heyer—author, speaker, and longtime advocate—shares his own story of undergoing gender reassignment surgery, living as a woman for eight years, and ultimately detransitioning.Together, they discuss:- Walt's childhood experiences of abuse and how they shaped his path toward transition- Why he believes most of the thousands of people he's counseled were dealing with unresolved trauma rather than gender dysphoria- How he works with families to uncover the real issues behind a child's distress- Why he believes policies protecting minors from irreversible medical interventions should be expanded to protect young adults as well- His encounter with Jesus Christ, which he credits with redeeming his life after addiction, homelessness, and a suicide attemptWhether you're concerned about gender-affirming care, parental rights, youth mental health, or the future of the family, this conversation explores why truth and compassion must go hand in hand.Watch the full conversation, then learn more about Walt Heyer's work at: https://waltheyer.comSubscribe to @family_policy for more conversations like this.Visit our website: https://familypolicyalliance.com/#familypolicyalliance #WaltHeyer #LetParentsParent #HelpNotHarm #ParentalRights #GenderDysphoria #Detransition #Family #ReligiousFreedom #ChildProtection #MentalHealth