Anti-trans activists have long shared a popular statistic widely. They claim 60 to 90 percent of transgender children stop being transgender. This claim opposes gender-affirming care. New research now proves this statistic incorrect.

The original claim comes from a 2016 blog post. Researchers and journalists have questioned this claim for years. The new study examined the earlier research carefully. Results are very clear. The old studies had serious flaws.

The old studies included many non-transgender children incorrectly. Many of those children never identified as transgender originally. They were simply children who didn't follow typical gender norms. This differs greatly from being transgender.

When researchers focused only on truly transgender-identified children, numbers changed completely. Most of these children continued identifying as transgender into adulthood. The 60 to 90 percent claim was simply inaccurate.

The false statistic has caused real harm already. Parents have used it to deny children gender-affirming support. Politicians have used it to create restrictive youth healthcare laws. Doctors have used it to advise against supporting transgender children.

Mental health experts say supporting transgender children matters greatly. Studies consistently show transgender youth fare better when families support them. They experience lower depression and anxiety rates. They have fewer suicide-related thoughts.

The new research matters for families and doctors. It helps people make better decisions using real facts. Transgender children deserve care based on good science.

LGBTQ+ organisations welcome the new findings enthusiastically. They say the old statistic was always misleading. They hope this research will change harmful policies. They also encourage more families to support transgender children.

Experts say the conversation should focus on supporting transgender youth. Good family and healthcare provider support makes real difference. Every transgender child deserves respect and care.