Abstract
This papers considers the current law regarding the right of young people to access medical treatment, in the specific context of a young person who has been diagnosed with gender dysphoria. The patient may wish for treatment for this situation, including puberty blockers, hormonal treatment and/or surgery. Courts have divided on the issue of whether a young person can consent to such treatment and/or the question of parental consent.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 430-458 |
| Number of pages | 29 |
| Journal | Journal of law and medicine |
| Volume | 30 |
| Publication status | Published - Jun 2023 |
| Externally published | Yes |