All posts by AJ Eckert

Dr. Quinnehtukqut McLamore (they/them) is a social psychologist and biological psychologist with expertise in conflict narratives, group identities, and conspiracy theories as well as biopsychosocial models of stress and coping. They further have a background in research methods, research ethics, and quantitative analyses. They have provided consultation and guidance for researching trans issues to other psychologists for several years. They are currently a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of Missouri at Columbia.

Detransition, Retransition, and What Everyone Gets Wrong

A article published in The Atlantic implored people to take detransitioners seriously but did so by perpetuating non-evidence-based tropes that harm both detransitioners and transgender people

NY puberty blocker article

What the New York Times gets wrong about puberty blockers for transgender youth

The New York Times recently published an article expressing grave concern about the use of puberty blockers to treat gender dysphoria in transgender adolescents. Unfortunately, the reporting ignored evidence and important context to weave a narrative portraying puberty blockers as far more risky than they actually are.

, / December 4, 2022

Cutting through the Lies and Misinterpretations about the Updated Standards of Care for the Health of Transgender and Gender Diverse People

The new WPATH standards of care have sparked controversy and intensified debates around gender-affirming care for trans children and adolescents.

, / October 22, 2022