Dr. Dianna T. Kenny, a child and adolescent psychologist with over 30 years of clinical experience, has published InTRANSigence, a comprehensive examination of youth gender transition practices. The book challenges prevailing assumptions about medical transition as the primary solution for gender-dysphoric youth, arguing instead that many young people are influenced by social contagion, mental health struggles, and ideological pressure.
Drawing on decades of clinical experience, psychological research, and global medical data, Dr. Kenny presents what she describes as a forensic inquiry into current practices. Her research began after observing a dramatic rise in adolescent referrals for gender transition, particularly among girls with complex mental health histories. The book explores themes including the dangers of medicalization, the myth of informed consent among minors, and the rise of detransition cases.
InTRANSigence positions itself as a scientific and humanitarian intervention in what Dr. Kenny characterizes as ideology-driven medicine. The psychologist argues that many young people receive irreversible medical interventions without adequate exploration of underlying causes. She emphasizes the erosion of scientific standards in youth gender medicine and advocates for the power of psychotherapy over surgical intervention in many cases.
The book's publication represents Dr. Kenny's professional and ethical response to what she describes as the silencing of scientific dissent in this field. As a researcher and author with extensive experience in trauma, mental health, and human behavior, she urges society to protect vulnerable youth through evidence-based care, ethical responsibility, and compassion. The work calls for greater scientific rigor and oversight in medical practices surrounding youth gender transitions.
For more information about Dr. Kenny's work and research background, visit https://www.diannakenny.com.au. Additional resources on youth mental health and psychological research can be found through professional organizations at https://www.apa.org/topics/lgbtq/transgender-health. The book's examination of current practices has significant implications for medical ethics, psychological treatment approaches, and policy discussions surrounding youth healthcare.
