Looking back on our August 2021 conversation with Claire Graham, I’m reminded of how important—and often misunderstood—the topic of Differences in Sexual Development (DSDs) truly is. Claire, an advocate for DSD Families, helped us unpack the complexities of these over 40 medical conditions that impact sexual development, pushing back against the oversimplifications that so often dominate the conversation.
One of the most striking parts of our discussion was Claire’s insight into how DSDs have been misrepresented in debates around transgender advocacy. She walked us through the ways “intersex” conditions are frequently conflated with transgender issues—often to further ideological arguments rather than accurately reflect the lived experiences of those with DSDs.
Reflecting on this episode today, it remains a crucial conversation for anyone looking to understand the real science behind DSDs and the ways these conditions differ from gender identity debates. Claire’s perspective continues to be an essential voice in cutting through the misinformation.
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