📖 Overview
Lisa Littman is a physician-scientist and researcher known for her work in public health, particularly her controversial 2018 study on rapid-onset gender dysphoria (ROGD). She holds positions as President of the Institute for Comprehensive Gender Dysphoria Research and as a former Assistant Professor of Behavioral and Social Sciences at Brown University School of Public Health.
Her most widely discussed research focused on parent reports of adolescent gender dysphoria, which introduced the concept of ROGD as a potential social influence on gender identity development. The study generated significant debate in academic circles and media discourse about methodology and conclusions regarding transgender identity in adolescents.
Littman has published research in various areas of public health and medicine, including studies on reproductive health, substance use, and gender-related healthcare. Her work has appeared in peer-reviewed journals including PLOS One, Archives of Sexual Behavior, and the Journal of Adolescent Health.
Prior to her research career, Littman received her MD from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and her MPH from Harvard School of Public Health. She maintains an active role in academic discourse surrounding gender dysphoria research methodologies and treatment approaches.
👀 Reviews
Dr. Littman's work receives highly polarized responses from readers and reviewers, particularly regarding her research on gender dysphoria.
Readers who support her work cite:
- The detailed methodology in her studies
- Her focus on gathering parent perspectives
- Clear presentation of data
- Addressing under-researched topics in gender healthcare
Critics point to:
- Questions about participant recruitment methods
- Potential sampling bias in study populations
- Lack of direct input from transgender youth
- Concerns about terminology and framing
Her 2018 PLOS One paper has over 600 citations and numerous reader comments on the journal website. Due to the controversial nature of her research, many review sites have disabled ratings or comments on her work. Academic responses range from methodological critiques to supportive peer reviews, making it difficult to establish aggregate ratings.
Note: This is an objective summary of reader feedback. The validity of her research findings continues to be debated in academic and medical communities.
📚 Books by Lisa Littman
Gender Dysphoria: A Therapeutic Model for Working with Children, Adolescents and Young Adults
A clinical guide outlining strategies for mental health professionals working with youth experiencing gender-related distress, incorporating evidence-based approaches and case studies.
Parent Reports of Adolescents and Young Adults Perceived to Show Signs of a Rapid Onset of Gender Dysphoria A peer-reviewed research paper examining parental observations of sudden gender identity changes in adolescents, published in PLOS ONE in 2018.
Individuals Treated for Gender Dysphoria with Medical and/or Surgical Transition Who Subsequently Detransitioned: A Survey of 100 Detransitioners A research study documenting experiences and reasons for detransition among individuals who previously underwent gender transition procedures, published in Archives of Sexual Behavior.
Parent Reports of Adolescents and Young Adults Perceived to Show Signs of a Rapid Onset of Gender Dysphoria A peer-reviewed research paper examining parental observations of sudden gender identity changes in adolescents, published in PLOS ONE in 2018.
Individuals Treated for Gender Dysphoria with Medical and/or Surgical Transition Who Subsequently Detransitioned: A Survey of 100 Detransitioners A research study documenting experiences and reasons for detransition among individuals who previously underwent gender transition procedures, published in Archives of Sexual Behavior.
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