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# American College of Pediatricians

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- [Medicalizing Gender Confusion Makes Things Worse, New Research Confirms](https://acpeds.org/medicalizing-gender-confusion-makes-things-worse-new-research-confirms/) - New research reviewed by ACPeds suggests medicalizing gender confusion may worsen outcomes, raising concerns for youth care and clinical policy.
- [ACPeds Applauds the SCOTUS Decision to Protect the Freedom of Speech and Rights of Conscience in Counseling Practices](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-applauds-the-scotus-decision-to-protect-the-freedom-of-speech-and-rights-of-conscience-in-counseling-practices/) - ACPeds applauds the SCOTUS decision protecting free speech and conscience rights in counseling practices, with implications for care and policy.
- [UBC law school panel frets over trans exclu­sion](https://acpeds.org/ubc-law-school-panel-frets-over-trans-exclusion/) - ACPeds covers a UBC law school panel on trans exclusion, exploring legal, social, and policy implications for education and healthcare.
- [Doctors, Politics, and Pediatric Care](https://acpeds.org/doctors-politics-and-pediatric-care/) - Watch ACPeds discuss doctors, politics, and pediatric care, with insights on healthcare policy, child health, and medical ethics.
- [Is Going Analog Good for Children and Teens’ Mental Health and Well-Being?](https://acpeds.org/is-going-analog-good-for-children-and-teens-mental-health-and-well-being/) - Is going analog good for kids’ mental health? Read ACPeds’ take on screen time, tech habits, and strategies to support teens’ well-being.
- [ACPeds Launches the “Doctor, Heal Thyself” Initiative](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-launches-the-doctor-heal-thyself-initiative/) - ACPeds launches the Doctor, Heal Thyself initiative to support physicians with resources, advocacy, and guidance on pediatric health and ethics.
- [Accountability and leadership: Why the AMA finally abandoned pediatric sex-change surgeries](https://acpeds.org/accountability-and-leadership-why-the-ama-finally-abandoned-pediatric-sex-change-surgeries/) - ACPeds examines why the AMA abandoned pediatric sex-change surgeries, focusing on accountability, leadership, and implications for child health policy.
- [ACPeds Updates Position Statement on the Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-updates-position-statement-on-the-human-papillomavirus-hpv-vaccine/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Washington Watch with Tony Perkins](https://acpeds.org/washington-watch-with-tony-perkins/) - Watch Washington Watch with Tony Perkins featuring ACPeds perspectives on pediatric health, family policy, and current issues affecting children.
- [ACPeds Applauds the American Society of Plastic Surgeons for Now Protecting Minors from Sex-Rejecting Surgeries](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-applauds-the-american-society-of-plastic-surgeons-for-now-protecting-minors-from-sex-rejecting-surgeries/) - ACPeds applauds the American Society of Plastic Surgeons for protecting minors from sex-rejecting surgeries, highlighting child safety and ethics.
- [Unearthed data makes Pennsylvania’s puberty blocker payouts look even sketchier](https://acpeds.org/unearthed-data-makes-pennsylvanias-puberty-blocker-payouts-look-even-sketchier/) - ACPeds examines newly uncovered data on Pennsylvania’s puberty blocker payouts, raising questions about transparency, ethics, and child health.
- [Washington Legislature Considers Age Verification Mandate for Adult Websites](https://acpeds.org/washington-legislature-considers-age-verification-mandate-for-adult-websites/) - ACPeds reports on Washington’s proposed age verification mandate for adult websites, highlighting child protection and internet safety concerns.
- [Male Participation in Female Sports](https://acpeds.org/male-participation-in-female-sports/) - ACPeds examines male participation in female sports, addressing fairness, safety, and implications for youth athletics and policy.
- [Male Participation in Female Sports: How Sports Performance is Impacted by Sex](https://acpeds.org/male-participation-in-female-sports-how-sports-performance-is-impacted-by-sex/) - In the midst of society’s and mainstream medical organizations’ accepting if not promoting (i.e., “affirming”) false sexual identities, the American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) is concerned that medical and public policies are denying the importance of biological sex and truth.
- [The Supreme Court Must Save Women’s Sports](https://acpeds.org/the-supreme-court-must-save-womens-sports/) - The Supreme Court faces calls to protect women’s sports, fueling debate on fairness, gender policy, athletic competition, and legal rights.
- [ACPeds Urges the U.S. Supreme Court to Protect Women and Girls in Women’s Sports](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-urges-the-u-s-supreme-court-to-protect-women-and-girls-in-womens-sports/) - Today, the U.S. Supreme Court hears oral arguments in West Virginia v. B.P.J. and Little v. Hecox—two critical cases in the protection of women’s sports.
- [Sex Education](https://acpeds.org/sex-education/) - ACPeds provides evidence-based guidance on sex education, addressing child health, family values, and effective approaches for parents and educators.
- [Merry Christmas from the American College of Pediatricians](https://acpeds.org/merry-christmas-from-the-american-college-of-pediatricians/) - On behalf of our Board and staff, the American College of Pediatricians wishes you and your loved ones a Merry Christmas and warmest tidings.
- [House passes bill to ban sex-change surgeries, puberty blockers for minors](https://acpeds.org/house-passes-bill-to-ban-sex-change-surgeries-puberty-blockers-for-minors/) - ACPeds reports on the House passing a bill to ban sex-change surgeries and puberty blockers for minors, highlighting child protection and health policy.
- [ACPeds Applauds Secretary Kennedy and HHS for Prohibiting Hospitals from Performing Sex-Rejecting Procedures on Children](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-applauds-secretary-kennedy-and-hhs-for-prohibiting-hospitals-from-performing-sex-rejecting-procedures-on-children/) - ACPeds applauds Secretary Kennedy and HHS for prohibiting hospitals from performing sex-rejecting procedures on children, supporting child protection.
- [ACPeds Supports Citizen Petition Requesting the FDA to Consider Regulatory Action and Public Hearing on the Harmful Use of Estrogen in Young Males with Sexual Identity Disorder](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-supports-citizen-petition-requesting-the-fda-to-consider-regulatory-action-and-public-hearing-on-the-harmful-use-of-estrogen-in-young-males-with-sexual-identity-disorder/) - ACPeds supports a citizen petition urging the FDA to review regulatory action and hold a hearing on harmful estrogen use in young males with sexual identity disorder.
- [Caring for Vulnerable Patients Until Natural Death](https://acpeds.org/caring-for-vulnerable-patients-until-natural-death/) - ACPeds discusses caring for vulnerable patients until natural death, focusing on ethics, compassion, and best practices in pediatric care.
- [Freedom Of Conscience In Healthcare](https://acpeds.org/freedom-of-conscience-in-healthcare-2/) - ACPeds explores freedom of conscience in healthcare, highlighting ethical rights, provider protections, and impacts on pediatric practice.
- [Recreational Drug Use](https://acpeds.org/recreational-drug-use/) - ACPeds addresses recreational drug use, its risks for youth, and provides guidance on prevention, health impacts, and family support.
- [ACPeds Commends FL AG James Uthmeier for Taking Legal Action Against Medical Organizations For Promoting Sex-Trait Interventions on Minors](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-commends-fl-ag-james-uthmeier-for-taking-legal-action-against-medical-organizations-for-promoting-sex-trait-interventions-on-minors/) - ACPeds commends FL AG James Uthmeier for legal action against medical groups promoting sex trait interventions on minors, highlighting child protection.
- [Fairbanks School Board Prioritizes Pornographic Literature](https://acpeds.org/fairbanks-school-board-prioritizes-pornographic-literature/) - ACPeds reports on the Fairbanks School Board prioritizing pornographic literature, examining impacts on education, policy, and child well-being.
- [Bishops Vote To Prohibit Trans Surgeries And Hormone Treatment In Catholic Hospitals](https://acpeds.org/bishops-vote-to-prohibit-trans-surgeries-and-hormone-treatment-in-catholic-hospitals/) - ACPeds covers bishops voting to ban trans surgeries and hormone treatments in Catholic hospitals, highlighting ethical and medical implications.
- [UK company turns human embryos into jewelry](https://acpeds.org/uk-company-turns-human-embryos-into-jewelry/) - ACPeds responds to a UK company turning human embryos into jewelry, examining the ethical, moral, and human dignity concerns involved.
- [Opinion: Beyond “Book Bans”: The scientific truth about protecting our children](https://acpeds.org/opinion-beyond-book-bans-the-scientific-truth-about-protecting-our-children/) - An ACPeds opinion exploring the scientific truth behind efforts to protect children, going beyond the debate over book bans and censorship.
- [ACPeds Applauds and Endorses the Groundbreaking HHS Peer-Reviewed Report on Sex-Identity Disorder](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-applauds-and-endorses-the-groundbreaking-hhs-peer-reviewed-report-on-sex-identity-disorder/) - ACPeds applauds and endorses the HHS peer-reviewed report on sex identity disorder, highlighting its implications for pediatric care and public policy.
- [Sharma’s Claims for Inclusive Comprehensive Sex Education Are Contestable](https://acpeds.org/sharmas-claims-for-inclusive-comprehensive-sex-education-are-contestable/) - Read ACPeds’ response to Sharma’s claims on inclusive, comprehensive sex education and its impact on pediatric health and family values.
- [Marijuana Use: Detrimental to Youth VCY.org](https://acpeds.org/marijuana-use-detrimental-to-youth-vcy-org/) - Learn about the risks of marijuana use for youth, including health effects, mental health concerns, and prevention strategies for families and communities.
- [Over 100 Pro-Life Groups Tell Congress to Stop Funding Abortions in Obamacare](https://acpeds.org/over-100-pro-life-groups-tell-congress-to-stop-funding-abortions-in-obamacare/) - Over 100 pro-life groups urge Congress to end abortion funding in Obamacare, highlighting advocacy efforts and legislative priorities for life.
- [New Study Ties Marijuana to 40% of Fatal Car Crashes — ACPeds Issues Fresh Warning on the Drug’s Dangers](https://acpeds.org/new-study-ties-marijuana-to-40-of-fatal-car-crashes-acpeds-issues-fresh-warning-on-the-drugs-dangers/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Marijuana Use: Detrimental to Youth](https://acpeds.org/marijuana-use-detrimental-to-youth/) - American College of Pediatricians – October 2025 ABSTRACT: Marijuana and cannabis have been used medicinally and recreationally for 4000 years and public perception of their use has varied over time. Currently, the public considers marijuana to pose minimal risk or even beneficial effects, leading to broad legalization throughout the world. The scientific literature indicates these
- [Fetal Pain: Facts and the Informed Consent Conundrum](https://acpeds.org/fetal-pain-facts-and-the-informed-consent-conundrum/) - American College of Pediatricians & American Association of Pro-life OB/GYNs – September 2025 ABSTRACT: Pregnant women, medical professionals, and society are concerned about fetal pain. The topic is complex, and communication of accurate information requires a working knowledge of current fetal pain research. This research can broadly be categorized as follows: 1) The fetus responds
- [Vitsaxaki v. Skaneateles Central School District](https://acpeds.org/vitsaxaki-v-skaneateles-central-school-district/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [E.N.. v. MIKE KEHOE](https://acpeds.org/e-n-v-mike-kehoe/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: Little v. Hecox](https://acpeds.org/scotus-little-v-hecox/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: Obergefell v. Hodges](https://acpeds.org/scotus-obergefell-v-hodges/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: Marshall v. West Alabama Women’s Center](https://acpeds.org/scotus-marshall-v-west-alabama-womens-center/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: Box v. Planned Parenthood of Indiana](https://acpeds.org/scotus-box-v-planned-parenthood-of-indiana/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: June Medical Services v. Louisiana Department of Health and Hospitals](https://acpeds.org/scotus-june-medical-services-v-louisiana-department-of-health-and-hospitals/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: June Medical Services v. Rebekah Gee](https://acpeds.org/scotus-june-medical-services-v-rebekah-gee/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health](https://acpeds.org/scotus-dobbs-v-jackson-womens-health/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: US v. Skrmetti](https://acpeds.org/us-v-skrmetti/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: Chiles v. Salazar](https://acpeds.org/scotus-chiles-v-salazar/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: West Virginia v. B.P.J.](https://acpeds.org/scotus-west-virginia-v-b-p-j/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [School-Based Sex Education in the United States](https://acpeds.org/school-based-sex-education-in-the-united-states/) - American College of Pediatricians – September 2018 ABSTRACT: School-based comprehensive sex education (CSE) curricula chiefly emphasize the secondary public health principle of risk reduction. CSE programs in America’s schools have not demonstrated long-term effectiveness at increasing sexual abstinence among adolescents, nor have they been shown to increase long-term condom and contraceptive use among sexually active
- [Sex is a Biological Trait of Medical Significance](https://acpeds.org/sex-is-a-biological-trait-of-medical-significance/) - American College of Pediatricians – March 2021 ABSTRACT: In the midst of society’s questioning of the gender binary, the American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) is concerned that the field of medicine risks denying the reality of biological sex. Sex is a dimorphic, innate trait defined in relation to an organism’s biological role in reproduction. In
- [Mental Health in Adolescents with Incongruence of Gender Identity and Biological Sex](https://acpeds.org/mental-health-in-adolescents-with-incongruence-of-gender-identity-and-biological-sex/) - ABSTRACT: Adolescents who have a gender identity not congruent with their biological sex have an increased incidence of mental health issues, including depression and suicidal ideation. Both before and after “gender affirming therapy” (GAT), adolescents who have gender-identity incongruence are at higher risk for psychopathology than their peers who identify with their biological sex. Previous
- [Media Use and Screen Time - Its Impact on Children, Adolescents, and Families](https://acpeds.org/media-use-and-screen-time-its-impact-on-children-adolescents-and-families/) - American College of Pediatricians – May 2020 ABSTRACT: All forms of media, especially visual media, play an increasing role in the lives of children, adolescents, and families in the United States. While limited use of high-quality and developmentally appropriate media may have a positive influence, excessive or developmentally inappropriate use carries grave health risks. Excessive
- [The Infant – Mother Connection and Implications for their Future Health - Part 3 of 3](https://acpeds.org/the-infant-mother-connection-and-implications-for-their-future-health-part-3-of-3/) - American College of Pediatricians – June 2018 ABSTRACT: Parenting style has both short-term and long-term effects upon child development. The benefits of authoritative parenting have been documented for many years, and now research demonstrates that responsive parenting, a crucial component of authoritative parenting, may actually help alleviate the effects of toxic stress experienced in utero and during
- [The Infant – Mother Connection and Implications for their Future Health - Part 2 of 3](https://acpeds.org/the-infant-mother-connection-and-implications-for-their-future-health-part-2-of-3/) - American College of Pediatricians – June 2018 ABSTRACT: Adverse childhood experiences are known to negatively affect the physical and emotional health of adults. Now scientific research shows that adverse childhood experiences can actually begin in utero as the unborn child is exposed to the chemical influences of maternal stress hormones. Mothers who experience anxiety, depression,
- [The Infant – Mother Connection and Implications for their Future Health - Part 1 of 3](https://acpeds.org/the-infant-mother-connection-and-implications-for-their-future-health-part-1-of-3/) - American College of Pediatricians – June 2018 ABSTRACT: The mother and unborn child impact each other’s physiology and brain restructuring to help assure adaptation and bonding. The unborn child causes changes in the mother’s nutritional status, in her immune system, and in the functioning of her brain that help assure optimal health for mother and child
- [The Impact of Pornography on Children](https://acpeds.org/the-impact-of-pornography-on-children/) - American College of Pediatricians – Updated August 2024 ABSTRACT: The availability and use of pornography has become almost ubiquitous among adults and adolescents. Consumption of pornography is associated with many negative emotional, psychological, sociological, and physical health outcomes. These include increased rates of depression, anxiety, acting out and violent behavior, younger age of sexual debut, sexual
- [Female Genital Mutilation (FGM — also known as Female Genital Cutting or Female Circumcision)](https://acpeds.org/female-genital-mutilation-fgm-also-known-as-female-genital-cutting-or-female-circumcision/) - American College of Pediatricians – August 2017 ABSTRACT: The World Health Organization has stated there are significant health risks and no medical benefits to female genital mutilation (FGM). The American College of Pediatricians agrees with this assessment and is therefore categorically opposed to this practice and agrees with its designation as a Federal crime. However, as
- [Discipline of the Child: An Overview](https://acpeds.org/discipline-of-the-child-an-overview/) - ABSTRACT: Central to the success of childrearing is the process of child discipline. This process of training and teaching a child is influenced by many factors, some of which are controlled by the parents and others that are dependent upon the child and the environment. This paper explores the multifactorial process of child discipline. The
- [Child Sex Trafficking](https://acpeds.org/child-sex-trafficking/) - American College of Pediatricians – November 2017 Children are the world’s future. Child trafficking, as with few other threats to their well-being, undermines the future of children, families, and societies. In the United States, it is estimated that up to 300,000 children are victims of sex trafficking, also known as Domestic Minor Sex Trafficking (DMST).
- [Freedom of Conscience in Healthcare](https://acpeds.org/freedom-of-conscience-in-healthcare/) - American College of Pediatricians – September 2019 ABSTRACT: A healthcare professional’s freedom to practice according with his or her conscience has long been a respected and enduring privilege. Recent challenges to this principle have prompted this professional review. Health professionals, parents or patients, should not be required to provide, or participate in, any medical service that violates
- [The Roles, Responsibilities and Rights of Parents](https://acpeds.org/the-roles-responsibilities-and-rights-of-parents/) - American College of Pediatricians – May 2013 ABSTRACT: Parents provide the foundational role of support, nurturance, and guidance for their children. That role includes the fundamental right to direct the child's upbringing. It is essential that society support parents by respecting their natural right and present legal authority to make decisions for their children, including educational and
- [The Benefits of the Family Table](https://acpeds.org/the-benefits-of-the-family-table/) - American College of Pediatricians – February 2021 ABSTRACT: The custom of regularly eating together as a family is common to most cultures. There are proven benefits to every member when mealtime is a family affair. Families today, however, are less likely to gather at meal times than in the past. Given the protective factors that
- [Marriage, Divorce, and Family Relations: Effect on Children](https://acpeds.org/marriage-divorce-and-family-relations-effect-on-children/) - American College of Pediatricians – May 2025 ABSTRACT: Decades of research evaluating the impact of family structure on the health and well-being of children demonstrates that children living with their married, biological parents consistently have better physical, emotional, financial, and academic well-being. The emotional, physical, and financial well-being of biological parents is also enhanced when
- [Assisted Suicide and Euthanasia in Pediatrics](https://acpeds.org/assisted-suicide-and-euthanasia-in-pediatrics/) - American College of Pediatricians – April 2023 ABSTRACT : Over the last several decades, many countries have legalized euthanasia and physician assisted suicide for adult patients. The Netherlands was the first to legalize euthanasia for emancipated minors in 2002. More recently, the Netherlands, Belgium and several other countries have expanded their euthanasia laws to include
- [Fetal Pain: What is the Scientific Evidence?](https://acpeds.org/fetal-pain-what-is-the-scientific-evidence/) - American College of Pediatricians – January 2021 ABSTRACT: The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) maintains that it is unethical to intentionally harm an innocent human being even in the absence of the individual’s ability to perceive pain. However, in this paper, ACPeds reviews the laboratory and clinical evidence which indicates that as early as 12
- [When Human Life Begins](https://acpeds.org/when-human-life-begins/) - American College of Pediatricians – March 2017 ABSTRACT: The predominance of human biological research confirms that human life begins at conception—fertilization. At fertilization, the human being emerges as a whole, genetically distinct, individuated zygotic living human organism, a member of the species Homo sapiens, needing only the proper environment in order to grow and develop.
- [The Science and Ethics of Stem Cells: A Bright Future](https://acpeds.org/the-science-and-ethics-of-stem-cells-a-bright-future/) - American College of Pediatricians – October 2013 ABSTRACT: The field of stem cell biology has been transformed and gained extraordinary attention in light of its future in regenerative medicine. Human embryonic stem cells have fueled considerable debate across all social and ethnic backgrounds around the world. This paper reviews the various stem cell platforms with emphasis
- [Chemical Abortions: With and Without Medical Supervision](https://acpeds.org/chemical-abortions-with-and-without-medical-supervision/) - American College of Pediatricians- 2023 ABSTRACT Chemical abortions, otherwise known as “medication-induced” abortions, were approved by the FDA in September 2000, and now account for over 50% of abortions in the United States. Women are being encouraged to order and carry out their own abortion, without in-person supervision by health care professionals, contributing to increased
- [Vaping – Impact on Adolescent Health](https://acpeds.org/vaping-impact-on-adolescent-health/) - American College of Pediatricians – November 2020 ABSTRACT: Adolescents are known to experiment with electronic cigarettes (e-cigarettes) and to vape them on a regular basis because they consider doing so to be safe. Unfortunately, vaping is far from harmless. Health risks include addiction to nicotine and other substances, the numerous attendant harms associated with those
- [Adolescent Confidentiality](https://acpeds.org/adolescent-confidentiality/) - Encouraging Parent-Adolescent Communication Is Best for Children American College of Pediatricians – September 2020 ABSTRACT: Research confirms that parents play a vital role in helping teens make healthy choices. Pediatricians therefore serve the best interests of their adolescent patients and their families by forging a strong alliance with both parents and adolescents while doing everything
- [Reproductive Choices of Young Women Affecting Future Breast Cancer Risk](https://acpeds.org/reproductive-choices-of-young-women-affecting-future-breast-cancer-risk/) - American College of Pediatricians – October 2019 ABSTRACT: Breast cancer cases have risen dramatically in recent decades around the world. Many studies from multiple nations have found induced abortion (IA) to be linked to this rise. A plausible mechanism for that link is the interference by IA with normal breast cell maturation into cancer resistant
- [Decreasing Risk Factors for Adolescent Depression](https://acpeds.org/decreasing-risk-factors-for-adolescent-depression/) - American College of Pediatricians – June 2018 ABSTRACT: The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) recognizes that adolescent depression is a serious public health concern. The most recent epidemiological data show that nearly 13 percent of youth will experience at least one episode of major depression by age 17. Depressive episodes are associated with negative consequences
- [Effect of Marijuana Legalization on Risky Behavior](https://acpeds.org/effect-of-marijuana-legalization-on-risky-behavior/) - American College of Pediatricians – April 2018 ABSTRACT: Medical marijuana is now legal in 29 of the 50 United States. Recreational marijuana was legalized in Colorado in 2013. Various reports have revealed the short and midterm effects of this legalization process on teens and young adults. The significant detrimental effects of marijuana on teenage mental
- [Induced Abortion: Risks That May Impact Adolescents, Young Adults, and Their Children](https://acpeds.org/induced-abortion-risks-that-may-impact-adolescents-young-adults-and-their-children/) - American College of Pediatricians – August 2016 ABSTRACT: Induced abortion is the most common surgical procedure performed on females of child-bearing age, including adolescent women. Consequently, pediatricians should be familiar with the short-term and long-term risks of induced abortion and also be able to compassionately discuss these risks with adolescents and involved family members. Some of
- [Parental Involvement and Consent for a Minor's Abortion](https://acpeds.org/parental-involvement-and-consent-for-a-minors-abortion/) - American College of Pediatricians – May 2016 ABSTRACT: A continuing debate exists in both law and medicine regarding an adolescent’s capacity to make rational, independent decisions. This is particularly true concerning an adolescent’s capacity to make an informed decision with regard to abortion. Neuroscience research responds to the question by noting that the area of the
- [Psychotherapy for Unwanted Same-Sex Attraction Among Youth](https://acpeds.org/psychotherapy-for-unwanted-same-sex-attraction-among-youth/) - American College of Pediatricians – January 2016 ABSTRACT: Although there are no scientific studies which evaluate psychotherapy for unwanted homosexual attraction (UHA) among adolescents, there are four studies that examine “sexual orientation change efforts”(SOCE) among adults which have been referenced to support legislative efforts to ban minors from receiving psychotherapy for UHA. This review critically
- [Emergency Contraception: Not the Best for Adolescents](https://acpeds.org/emergency-contraception-not-the-best-for-adolescents/) - American College of Pediatricians – May 2025 ABSTRACT: The availability without prescription to adolescent patients of “emergency contraceptives”, as well as encouraging their use and keeping them on hand, carries significant medical risk and is counterproductive to the parent-adolescent and patient-physician relationships. The American College of Pediatricians recommends instead that health professionals encourage good adolescent-parent
- [Bullying at School: Never Acceptable](https://acpeds.org/bullying-at-school-never-acceptable/) - American College of Pediatricians – October 2013 ABSTRACT: No child should be harassed for his or her unique characteristics. Schools should encourage an environment of respectful self-expression for all students, and no group should be singled out for special treatment. Parental involvement should be a school’s primary method of resolution with programs emphasizing general respectfulness serving
- [ACPeds Statement on the Death of Charlie Kirk](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-statement-on-the-death-of-charlie-kirk/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Trump to Cut Funding to Hospitals Performing Child Gender Transition](https://acpeds.org/trump-to-cut-funding-to-hospitals-performing-child-gender-transition/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [On the trans frontier](https://acpeds.org/on-the-trans-frontier/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Alaska Medical Board Drafts Regulation Protecting Minors from Gender Transition Procedures](https://acpeds.org/alaska-medical-board-drafts-regulation-protecting-minors-from-gender-transition-procedures/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Adoption](https://acpeds.org/adoption/) - American College of Pediatricians – January 2021 ABSTRACT: The American College of Pediatricians affirms adoption as the best option for children who cannot be raised within their natural families. An appropriate adoptive family provides a child with love, permanency, stability, and the same legal rights as a child born into that family. Adoptive placement of
- [Clinics Are Ending Gender Treatments for Kids in Wake of Trump’s Policies – The Epoch Times](https://acpeds.org/clinics-are-ending-gender-treatments-for-kids-in-wake-of-trumps-policies-the-epoch-times/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Oklahoma's ban on sex-change surgeries for minors upheld by 10th Circuit](https://acpeds.org/oklahomas-ban-on-sex-change-surgeries-for-minors-upheld-by-10th-circuit/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [PFLAG, Inc. v. Donald Trump (25-1279) Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit](https://acpeds.org/pflag-inc-v-donald-trump-25-1279-court-of-appeals-for-the-fourth-circuit/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [LIVE WEBINAR | Navigating Fetal Concerns: Supporting Families through Prenatal Diagnoses](https://acpeds.org/live-webinar-navigating-fetal-concerns-supporting-families-through-prenatal-diagnoses/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Unmasking Gender Ideology: How Activism Is Rewriting Medicine, Science, and Childhood](https://acpeds.org/unmasking-gender-ideology-how-activism-is-rewriting-medicine-science-and-childhood/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Losing Young People to Gender Ideology:  A Conversation with Dr. Quentin Van Meter (Part I)](https://acpeds.org/losing-young-people-to-gender-ideology-a-conversation-with-dr-quentin-van-meter-part-i/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Biggest Trans Mutilation ‘Clinic’ Shuts Its Doors Thanks To Trump’s Common-Sense Executive Order](https://acpeds.org/biggest-trans-mutilation-clinic-shuts-its-doors-thanks-to-trumps-common-sense-executive-order/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Puerto Rico bans sex-change procedures for minors](https://acpeds.org/puerto-rico-bans-sex-change-procedures-for-minors/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Adolescent  Brain: Under Construction](https://acpeds.org/adolescent-brain-under-construction/) - American College of Pediatricians – May 2022 ABSTRACT: Can sexual activity, alcohol and drug use, violent video games, pornography and other activities, including use of social media, damage adolescent minds? In a word – yes. Early high-risk behaviors are powerful influences and appear to be harmful to the brain’s development. The hormones and neural patterns
- [The ProLife Team Podcast 184 | Dr. Robin Pierucci - Human Life Is Valuable](https://acpeds.org/the-prolife-team-podcast-184-dr-robin-pierucci-human-life-is-valuable/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Kennedy’s CDC Vaccine Committee Meets for First Time](https://acpeds.org/kennedys-cdc-vaccine-committee-meets-for-first-time/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Cohabitation: Effects of Parental Cohabitation and other Non-marital Sexual Activity on Children - Part 2 of 2](https://acpeds.org/cohabitation-effects-of-parental-cohabitation-and-other-non-marital-sexual-activity-on-children-part-2-of-2/) - American College of Pediatricians – July 2014 ABSTRACT: Effects of non-marital sexual activity involve not just the children who may be conceived through it, but also involve children who were born in prior relationships (marital or non-marital) and future children born after the current relationship either dissolves or progresses to marriage, as well as the children
- [Cohabitation: Effects of Cohabitation on the Men and Women Involved Part 1 of 2](https://acpeds.org/cohabitation-effects-of-cohabitation-on-the-men-and-women-involved-part-1-of-2/) - American College of Pediatricians - March 2015 ABSTRACT: Contrary to the current perception of many adolescents and young adults who view cohabitation as a substitute for marriage or as a stepping stone to a more secure marriage, studies show that cohabiting unions are more likely to dissolve than marriages and that marriages preceded by cohabitation are
- [Virginia's ban on LGBT ‘conversion' talk therapy for minors struck down](https://acpeds.org/virginias-ban-on-lgbt-conversion-talk-therapy-for-minors-struck-down/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Medical groups urge Kennedy, FDA to reexamine broad approval of abortion drugs](https://acpeds.org/medical-groups-urge-kennedy-fda-to-reexamine-broad-approval-of-abortion-drugs/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Interview with Richard Sandler on modern medicine and human dignity](https://acpeds.org/interview-with-richard-sandler-on-modern-medicine-and-human-dignity/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Interview with Miriam Grossman, MD on her latest book, "Lost in Trans Nation."](https://acpeds.org/interview-with-miriam-grossman-md-on-her-latest-book-lost-in-trans-nation/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Interview with Dr. Michael Artigues on Biological Integrity](https://acpeds.org/interview-with-dr-michael-artigues-on-biological-integrity/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Can Unborn Babies Feel Pain?](https://acpeds.org/can-unborn-babies-feel-pain/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Awarded Heritage Foundation Innovation Prize for Pivotal  “Doctor, Heal Thyself” Project](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-awarded-heritage-foundation-innovation-prize-for-pivotal-doctor-heal-thyself-project/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Supports SCOTUS Ruling Affirming States’ Right to Protect Gender-Dysphoric Youth](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-supports-scotus-ruling-affirming-states-right-to-protect-gender-dysphoric-youth/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Screen Time](https://acpeds.org/screen-time/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) affirms limiting screen time due to the negative effect of excessive screen time and early use of screen time on the health of children and adolescents. All forms of media, especially visual media, play an increasing role in the lives of children, adolescents, and families in the United States.
- [Pornography](https://acpeds.org/pornography/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) affirms that the consumption of pornography (depiction of erotic behavior or images to cause sexual excitement) negatively impacts the physical, psychological, emotional and social health of adults, children, and families. Viewing pornography has become pervasive even among young children and can be highly addictive. It has been declared a
- [Parental Rights and Adolescent Confidentiality](https://acpeds.org/parental-rights-and-adolescent-confidentiality/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) affirms that parents provide the foundational role of support, nurturance, and guidance for their children.1 That role includes the fundamental right to direct the child’s upbringing. It is essential that society supports parents by respecting their natural right and legal authority to make decisions for their children, including educational and medical
- [Marriage, Divorce, and Family Relations](https://acpeds.org/marriage-divorce-and-family-relations/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) affirms children living with their married, biological parents consistently have better physical, emotional, and academic well-being (unless the children are experiencing an abusive environment). Although the demographics of families are changing, with more parents opting for cohabitation or divorce and stepparenting, the research continues to demonstrate the benefits of
- [Gender Dysphoria and Interventions](https://acpeds.org/gender-dysphoria-and-interventions/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) affirms the medical fact that the sex of an individual is based upon an immutable, genetically-determined biological reality.1 The two sexes, male and female, are defined by reproductive design. A female has the anatomy (ovaries) to form the larger gametes (eggs) and support the development of the offspring in her
- [Fetal Pain](https://acpeds.org/fetal-pain/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) affirms that it is unethical to intentionally harm an innocent human being even in the absence of the individual’s ability to perceive pain. Laboratory evidence and clinical practice during fetal surgery suggest that as early as 15 weeks gestation noxious stimulation negatively affects immature human beings. Given what we
- [The Family Table](https://acpeds.org/the-family-table/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) affirms the scientific research demonstrating the benefits to children and families when they participate in the “Family Table” — enjoying meals and conversation together. Over the past several decades, family time and conversation at mealtimes has declined so that families with children under age 18 are having fewer meals
- ["Emergency Contraception" (Morning After Pill)](https://acpeds.org/emergency-contraception-morning-after-pill/) - “Emergency contraception” refers to chemicals, drugs, or devices (usually the hormonal drugs ulipristal or levonorgestrel) that are ingested or inserted after intercourse and prior to the recognition of pregnancy with the goal of preventing a recognizable pregnancy. The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) opposes the use of so-called ”emergency contraceptives” (EC) in adolescent patients for
- [Child Discipline](https://acpeds.org/child-discipline/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) affirms every child’s need of loving discipline which is validated by research demonstrating improved socialization and character development when children are raised by loving, authoritative parents who set standards of behavior while also providing a nurturing, responsive environment. Parental roles include teaching and assisting their children in acquiring healthy
- [Chemical Abortion](https://acpeds.org/chemical-abortion/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) follows the Hippocratic Oath and affirms that any abortion, including chemical abortion, takes the life of a human being and is therefore unethical. Physicians should not intentionally take any human life. Additionally, ACPeds affirms that chemical abortion endangers women’s health and safety.1 Chemical abortion refers to the use of
- [Adolescent Depression](https://acpeds.org/adolescent-depression/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) recognizes that adolescent depression is a serious public health concern with increasing numbers of adolescents experiencing feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or depression. Depressive episodes are associated with negative consequences such as academic difficulties, poor peer and family relationships, increased involvement in high-risk behaviors, self-injury and suicide. ACPeds recommends that
- [Adolescent Brain Immaturity](https://acpeds.org/adolescent-brain-immaturity/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) has studied the medical research documenting the immaturity of the adolescent brain, especially as related to decision-making, and affirms the need for parental supervision and monitoring as adolescents navigate this developmental stage. Adolescence is a culturally defined period of human maturation involving secondary sexual characteristics and mental capacities that
- [Abortion](https://acpeds.org/abortion/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) affirms that human life begins at fertilization, also called conception. The exact biological moment that a human life begins is at the moment of sperm-egg fusion. At fertilization, the human being emerges as a whole, genetically distinct, individuated zygotic living human organism, a member of the species Homo sapiens,
- [Physical Punishment: A Scientific Review of Its Use in Discipline](https://acpeds.org/physical-punishment-a-scientific-review-of-its-use-in-discipline/) - The American College of Pediatricians carefully reviewed the available research on physical punishment in developing a position statement on the subject. Its conclusion: Disciplinary spanking by parents, when properly used, can be an effective component in an overall disciplinary plan with children. The details are contained in the following statements. Each of these statements is
- [Research on Disciplinary Spanking is Misleading](https://acpeds.org/research-on-disciplinary-spanking-is-misleading/) - American College of Pediatricians – January 2017 In recent years, some medical organizations and many media outlets have claimed that disciplinary spanking causes emotional harm in children that predisposes them to aggressive behavior when they are older. Although parents sometimes misuse or over-use spanking, does science really show that ordinary spanking of persistently disobedient children causes irreparable harm? The answer
- [U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, Bostic v. Schaefer](https://acpeds.org/u-s-court-of-appeals-for-the-fourth-circuit-bostic-v-schaefer/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [ACPeds Responds to the Shocking Footage of the Five Aborted Late-Term Babies](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-responds-to-the-shocking-footage-of-the-five-aborted-late-term-babies/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Meets with HHS Officials to Let Them Know that the Anticipated Gender Identity Rule is Dangerous for Kids](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-meets-with-hhs-officials-to-let-them-know-that-the-anticipated-gender-identity-rule-is-dangerous-for-kids/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Pediatricians Respond to HHS Assistant Secretary Levine: Gender Transition Surgeries are Harmful to Kids](https://acpeds.org/pediatricians-respond-to-hhs-assistant-secretary-levine-gender-transition-surgeries-are-harmful-to-kids/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Applauds Prospect of Overturning Roe; Urges SCOTUS to Finalize Decision](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-applauds-prospect-of-overturning-roe-urges-scotus-to-finalize-decision/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Releases New Evidence-Based Position Statement on Teen Brain Development; High Risk Behaviors, Abortion, Gender-Transition Surgeries Can Have Adverse Effects](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-releases-new-evidence-based-position-statement-on-teen-brain-development-high-risk-behaviors-abortion-gender-transition-surgeries-can-have-adverse-effects/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [The American College of Pediatricians Applauds the Supreme Court's Decision to Overturn Roe](https://acpeds.org/the-american-college-of-pediatricians-applauds-the-supreme-courts-decision-to-overturn-roe/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [American College of Pediatricians Denounces Proposed HHS Rule that Radicalizes Medicine](https://acpeds.org/american-college-of-pediatricians-denounces-proposed-hhs-rule-that-radicalizes-medicine/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Responds to Leaked Information that AAP Pushes Harmful Medications and Silences Dissent](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-responds-to-leaked-information-that-aap-pushes-harmful-medications-and-silences-dissent/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Responds to the AAP President’s Recent Remarks on Gender Transition Interventions in the WSJ](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-responds-to-the-aap-presidents-recent-remarks-on-gender-transition-interventions-in-the-wsj/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Submits Public Comment that Denounces Proposed HHS Gender Identity Rule That Radicalizes Medicine and Threatens Conscience Rights](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-submits-public-comment-that-denounces-proposed-hhs-gender-identity-rule-that-radicalizes-medicine-and-threatens-conscience-rights/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds is Plaintiff in Lawsuit Against the FDA Regarding Chemical Abortion Pills](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-is-plaintiff-in-lawsuit-against-the-fda-regarding-chemical-abortion-pills/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Releases a Position Paper Outlining the Medical Risks of Chemical Abortion](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-releases-a-position-paper-outlining-the-medical-risks-of-chemical-abortion/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Calls on Organizations to Scrap Current Transgender Protocols Based on Newly Published Critique](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-calls-on-organizations-to-scrap-current-transgender-protocols-based-on-newly-published-critique/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Submits Public Comment Denouncing Proposed HHS Rule that Threatens Conscience Rights](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-submits-public-comment-denouncing-proposed-hhs-rule-that-threatens-conscience-rights/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Supports District Court Ruling in FDA Chemical Abortion Case](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-supports-district-court-ruling-in-fda-chemical-abortion-case/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Targeted by Malicious Cyberattack](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-targeted-by-malicious-cyberattack/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Page Britain v. Sue Ellen “Mian” Carvin, Washington](https://acpeds.org/page-britain-v-sue-ellen-mian-carvin-washington/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Florida Department of Children and Families v. Matter of Adoption of XXG and NRG, Florida](https://acpeds.org/florida-department-of-children-and-families-v-matter-of-adoption-of-xxg-and-nrg-florida/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Kathryn Kutil and Cheryl Hess v. The Honorable Paul M. Blake Jr.](https://acpeds.org/kathryn-kutil-and-cheryl-hess-v-the-honorable-paul-m-blake-jr/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Boseman v. Jarrell, North Carolina](https://acpeds.org/boseman-v-jarrell-north-carolina/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Perry v. Schwartzenegger in Prop 8, California](https://acpeds.org/perry-v-schwartzenegger-in-prop-8-california/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Massachusetts v. U.S. Health and Human Services, Massachusetts](https://acpeds.org/massachusetts-v-u-s-health-and-human-services-massachusetts/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Planned Parenthood v. Mike Rounds, South Dakota](https://acpeds.org/planned-parenthood-v-mike-rounds-south-dakota/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [HHS v. State of Florida](https://acpeds.org/hhs-v-state-of-florida/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Donaldson v. Montana, Supreme Court of Montana](https://acpeds.org/donaldson-v-montana-supreme-court-of-montana/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Golinski v. U.S. Office of Personnel Management, U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit](https://acpeds.org/golinski-v-u-s-office-of-personnel-management-u-s-court-of-appeals-ninth-circuit/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Windsor v. U.S., U.S. Court of Appeals, New York](https://acpeds.org/windsor-vs-u-s-u-s-court-of-appeals-new-york/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Welch v. Gov Brown of Calif, #2, U.S. Court of Appeals, California](https://acpeds.org/welch-v-gov-brown-of-calif-2-u-s-court-of-appeals-california/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, Lawson v. Kelly](https://acpeds.org/u-s-court-of-appeals-for-the-eighth-circuit-lawson-v-kelly/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Gainesville Woman Care, LLC v. State of Florida](https://acpeds.org/gainesville-woman-care-llc-v-state-of-florida/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [US Southern District Court of Ohio - Preterm Cleveland, Inc. v. Attorney General Dave Yost](https://acpeds.org/us-southern-district-court-of-ohio-preterm-cleveland-inc-v-attorney-general-dave-yost/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [US Court of Appeals, 2nd Circuit - New York v. HHS](https://acpeds.org/us-court-of-appeals-2nd-circuit-new-york-v-hhs/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [US Court of Appeals, 6th Circuit: Meriwether v. Shawnee State University](https://acpeds.org/us-court-of-appeals-6th-circuit-meriwether-v-shawnee-state-university/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [US Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit: San Francisco v. Alex M. Azar II](https://acpeds.org/us-court-of-appeals-9th-circuit-san-francisco-v-alex-m-azar-ii/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [US Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit: Hecox v. Little Medical](https://acpeds.org/us-court-of-appeals-9th-circuit-hecox-v-little-medical/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Inter-American Court of Human Rights: Manuela v. El Salvador](https://acpeds.org/inter-american-court-of-human-rights-manuela-v-el-salvador/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Florida Supreme Court: Planned Parenthood v. State of Florida](https://acpeds.org/florida-supreme-court-planned-parenthood-v-state-of-florida/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [South Carolina Supreme Court: Planned Parenthood v. Appellate](https://acpeds.org/south-carolina-supreme-court-planned-parenthood-v-appellate/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [South Carolina Appellate: Planned Parenthood v. South Carolina Appellate](https://acpeds.org/south-carolina-appellate-planned-parenthood-v-south-carolina-appellate/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Florida Agency for Health: Dekker v. Florida Agency for Health](https://acpeds.org/florida-agency-for-health-dekker-v-florida-agency-for-health/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [US Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit: Texas v. Kennedy](https://acpeds.org/us-court-of-appeals-for-the-fifth-circuit-texas-v-kennedy/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: Welch v. Brown](https://acpeds.org/scotus-welch-v-brown/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [SCOTUS: FCC v. Fox](https://acpeds.org/scotus-fcc-v-fox/) - READ THE AMICUS BRIEF
- [Gender Dysphoria](https://acpeds.org/gender-dysphoria/) - The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) affirms the medical fact that the sex of an individual is based upon an immutable biological reality. Except in extremely rare individuals with specific hormonal or genetic disorders of sexual differentiation, sexually specific genes are encrypted in every nucleated cell of the body. Outward appearances as well as hormonal
- [Identity Crisis | Official Trailer](https://acpeds.org/identity-crisis-official-trailer/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Dr. Michelle Cretella takes on transgender ideology](https://acpeds.org/dr-michelle-cretella-takes-on-transgender-ideology/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Jane Anderson MD: "Brain Development in Adolescents"](https://acpeds.org/jane-anderson-md-brain-development-in-adolescents/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Michelle Cretella, MD: Gender Dysphoria in Children: Science, Ethics & Controversy](https://acpeds.org/michelle-cretella-md-gender-dysphoria-in-children-science-ethics-controversy/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [American College of Pediatricians || Best for Children](https://acpeds.org/american-college-of-pediatricians-best-for-children/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Who is the American College of Pediatricians?](https://acpeds.org/who-is-the-american-college-of-pediatricians/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Social Agendas in Pediatrics](https://acpeds.org/social-agendas-in-pediatrics/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Be What is #BestForChildren & Join ACPeds!](https://acpeds.org/be-what-is-bestforchildren-join-acpeds/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [The Truth About Puberty Blockers](https://acpeds.org/the-truth-about-puberty-blockers/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Celebrates 20 Years](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-celebrates-20-years/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds on Mind Union Podcast](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-on-mind-union-podcast/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Dr. Renata Moon on Losing Her Job After Expressing Concerns About COVID Vaccines](https://acpeds.org/dr-renata-moon-on-losing-her-job-after-expressing-concerns-about-covid-vaccines/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [The Developing Teen Brain](https://acpeds.org/the-developing-teen-brain/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [What is Biological Integrity?](https://acpeds.org/what-is-biological-integrity/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds is a Plaintiff in Supreme Court Case Against FDA](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-is-a-plaintiff-in-supreme-court-case-against-fda/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Executive Director Dr. Jill Simons - Cass Review](https://acpeds.org/executive-director-dr-jill-simons-cass-review/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Doctors Protecting Children Declaration Press Conference](https://acpeds.org/doctors-protecting-children-declaration-press-conference/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Declaration Urges Clarity on Pro-Life Laws & Abortion](https://acpeds.org/declaration-urges-clarity-on-pro-life-laws-abortion/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Promo Video 2025](https://acpeds.org/promo-video-2025/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Supports U.S. Court of Appeals Ruling in Favor of Protecting Women and Girls From Harms of Chemical Abortion](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-supports-u-s-court-of-appeals-ruling-in-favor-of-protecting-women-and-girls-from-harms-of-chemical-abortion/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Launches Biological Integrity Initiative to Protect Children from the Harms of Transgender Interventions](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-launches-biological-integrity-initiative-to-protect-children-from-the-harms-of-transgender-interventions/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Court to Hear Oral Arguments on Dec. 6 in Transgender Interventions Appeal in American College of Pediatricians v. Becerra](https://acpeds.org/court-to-hear-oral-arguments-on-dec-6-in-transgender-interventions-appeal-in-american-college-of-pediatricians-v-becerra/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Pediatricians Release Position Statement Reviewing Over 60 Studies on Mental Health in Adolescents with Gender Dysphoria](https://acpeds.org/pediatricians-release-position-statement-reviewing-over-60-studies-on-mental-health-in-adolescents-with-gender-dysphoria/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Pediatricians Respond to WPATH Files Exposing the Underbelly of the Gender Industry](https://acpeds.org/pediatricians-respond-to-wpath-files-exposing-the-underbelly-of-the-gender-industry/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Pediatricians Challenge the FDA to Protect Women and Girls at U.S. Supreme Court](https://acpeds.org/pediatricians-challenge-the-fda-to-protect-women-and-girls-at-u-s-supreme-court/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Pediatricians, Doctors, and Medical Organizations Sign Declaration Urging Prominent U.S. Medical Organizations to Cease Harmful Interventions on Children with Gender Dysphoria](https://acpeds.org/pediatricians-doctors-and-medical-organizations-sign-declaration-urging-prominent-u-s-medical-organizations-to-cease-harmful-interventions-on-children-with-gender-dysphoria-2/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Pediatricians, Doctors, and Medical Organizations Sign Declaration Urging Prominent U.S. Medical Organizations to Cease Harmful Interventions on Children with Gender Dysphoria](https://acpeds.org/pediatricians-doctors-and-medical-organizations-sign-declaration-urging-prominent-u-s-medical-organizations-to-cease-harmful-interventions-on-children-with-gender-dysphoria/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Pediatricians Respond to AAP and Biden Health Officials Colluding with WPATH to Push Transgender Interventions on Minors](https://acpeds.org/pediatricians-respond-to-aap-and-biden-health-officials-colluding-with-wpath-to-push-transgender-interventions-on-minors/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Publishes Updated Paper on the Harms of Pornography on Children](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-publishes-updated-paper-on-the-harms-of-pornography-on-children/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Applauds HHS for Releasing New Pediatric Gender Dysphoria Report Exposing Harms of Transgender Interventions](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-applauds-hhs-for-releasing-new-pediatric-gender-dysphoria-report-exposing-harms-of-transgender-interventions/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Files Lawsuit Against HHS For Requiring Doctors to Act Against Their Sound Medical Judgment and Perform Harmful Interventions on People with Gender Dysphoria](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-files-lawsuit-against-hhs-for-requiring-doctors-to-act-against-their-sound-medical-judgment-and-perform-harmful-interventions-on-people-with-gender-dysphoria/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [ACPeds Files Amicus Brief in Supreme Court Case Supporting Tennessee’s Right to Protect Children from Harmful Transgender Interventions](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-files-amicus-brief-in-supreme-court-case-supporting-tennessees-right-to-protect-children-from-harmful-transgender-interventions/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [Family Cycle](https://acpeds.org/family-cycle/) - Family: the Best Medicine The married, father-mother family unit is foundational to healthy childrearing. The following healthy childrearing cycle is perpetuated by responsible decisions of the parents and the child. Although the best outcome is achieved by starting at the beginning and completing the entire healthy cycle, a parent or child may enter at any point
- [Same-Sex Marriage: Not Best for Children](https://acpeds.org/same-sex-marriage-not-best-for-children/) - While the debate over the legitimacy of same-sex marriage can be viewed from many perspectives, there should be little debate about the effects it has upon children: Same-sex marriage deliberately deprives the child of a mother or a father, and is therefore harmful. The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) has sought to defend the child’s position in this debate
- [The Roles, Responsibilities and Rights of Parents](https://acpeds.org/the-roles-responsibilities-and-rights-of-parents-2/) - American College of Pediatricians – May 2013 ABSTRACT: Parents provide the foundational role of support, nurturance, and guidance for their children. That role includes the fundamental right to direct the child’s upbringing. It is essential that society support parents by respecting their natural right and present legal authority to make decisions for their children, including educational and
- [Adolescent Confidentiality: Encouraging Parent-Adolescent Communication Is Best for Children](https://acpeds.org/adolescent-confidentiality-encouraging-parent-adolescent-communication-is-best-for-children/) - American College of Pediatricians – September 2020 ABSTRACT: Research confirms that parents play a vital role in helping teens make healthy choices. Pediatricians therefore serve the best interests of their adolescent patients and their families by forging a strong alliance with both parents and adolescents while doing everything possible to foster open parent-teen communication. If
- [Elect Candidates Who Support the Best for Children](https://acpeds.org/elect-candidates-who-support-the-best-for-children/) - American College of Pediatricians – October 2018 The American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) is concerned that political candidates often ignore the health and well-being of children. While it is not unusual for politicians to “kiss babies” during the campaign and then “kiss them off” after the election, it is worrisome when some ‘kiss them off’
- [Same-Sex Parenting: A Scientific Analysis](https://acpeds.org/same-sex-parenting-a-scientific-analysis/) - American College of Pediatricians - May 2019 ABSTRACT: Are children reared by two individuals of the same gender as well adjusted as children reared in families with a mother and a father? Until recently the unequivocal answer to this question was "no." Within the last decade, however, professional health organizations,1 academics, social policymakers and the media
- [Marriage and the Family](https://acpeds.org/marriage-and-the-family/) - American College of Pediatricians – September 2014 ABSTRACT: Family structure significantly affects the development outcome of children. This article examines the research and concludes that the family structure which leads to optimal child development is the family headed by two biological parents in a low-conflict marriage. The American College of Pediatricians urges policy makers to advocate
- [Defending Traditional Marriage](https://acpeds.org/defending-traditional-marriage/) - American College of Pediatricians – March 2013 ABSTRACT: The members of the American College of Pediatricians (“the College”) devote their professional lives to promoting the health and wellbeing of children. As a medical association, the College has an interest in the broad spectrum of factors that impact the physical, mental and social development of the
- [Gender Dysphoria in Children](https://acpeds.org/gender-dysphoria-in-children/) - American College of Pediatricians – November 2018 ABSTRACT: Gender dysphoria (GD) of childhood describes a psychological condition in which children experience a marked incongruence between their experienced gender and the gender associated with their biological sex. When this occurs in the pre-pubertal child, GD resolves in the vast majority of patients by late adolescence. Currently there
- [ACPeds Applauds Trump Executive Order That Will Protect Children from Chemical and Surgical Mutilation](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-applauds-trump-executive-order-that-will-protect-children-from-chemical-and-surgical-mutilation/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.
- [US hospitals suspend healthcare for transgender youth after Trump order](https://acpeds.org/us-hospitals-suspend-healthcare-for-transgender-youth-after-trump-order/) - Gravida ultricies interdum risus adipiscing non. Ornare leo eu imperdiet.

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- [Home](https://acpeds.org/) - The American College of Pediatricians offers evidence-based guidance on child health, family support, and pediatric medical ethics.
- [Get to Know Us](https://acpeds.org/get-to-know-us/) - Get to Know ACPedsGet to Know ACPedsStart here with key resources and quick links designed to introduce you to ACPeds.READ ACPEDS POSITION STATEMENTSClick below to read the official position statements of the American College of Pediatricians on various topics. These Statements provide evidence-based perspectives and guidance on key topics in child health, family life, and
- [Meet Our Board](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/) - Meet the ACPeds board members and learn about their expertise, leadership, and dedication to pediatric health and family advocacy.
- [John H. Nading, MD](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/john-h-nading-md/) - John H. Nading, MD Dr. Nading is a board-certified neonatologist with more than three decades of clinical, academic, and leadership experience in pediatric medicine. He served in the U.S. Navy for 20 years and, in addition to being the Director of Neonatology at the National Naval Medical Center, he was the Specialty Advisor for Neonatology
- [Richard H. Mansfield, DO](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/richard-h-mansfield-do/) - Richard H. Mansfield, DO Dr. Mansfield is a board-certified pediatrician and founding partner of Pediatrics at Brookstone Centre in Columbus, Georgia, where he serves as President and Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Mansfield served as a flight surgeon in the Georgia Air National Guard and retired as a colonel. He has held numerous academic appointments, including
- [ACPeds Papers Alphabetically](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-papers-alphabetically/) - Find ACPeds research papers and policy statements organized alphabetically for quick access to pediatric health and family guidance.
- [ACPeds Papers](https://acpeds.org/acpeds-papers/) - Access pediatric research, policy statements, and evidence-based guidance from the American College of Pediatricians for families and professionals.
- [MBEC2026](https://acpeds.org/mbec2026/) - Matthew Bulfin Educational Conference (MBEC) 2026Matthew Bulfin Educational Conference (MBEC) 2026ACPeds at MBEC 2026 | MEMBER & BOARD ACTIVITIESACPeds is hosting several gatherings during MBEC 2026 designed to connect our members, leadership, and colleagues. Below you’ll find details and registration links for each ACPeds activity taking place on Friday, February 27, 2026. Please review each
- [Annual Report](https://acpeds.org/annual-report/) - Review the ACPeds annual report for highlights, achievements, and financial updates on our mission to advance pediatric health.
- [Conference](https://acpeds.org/conference/) - It’s Great to Meet You!Stay informed, stay engaged, and help protect children.It’s Great to Meet You!Stay informed, stay engaged, and help protect children.We’ve compiled resources and quick links that we hope will be helpful to you.READ ACPEDS POSITION STATEMENTSClick below to read the official position statements of the American College of Pediatricians on various topics.
- [Member Renewal](https://acpeds.org/member-renewal/) - Renew your ACPeds membership to continue accessing exclusive resources and supporting pediatric health and family advocacy.
- [Benefits of Membership](https://acpeds.org/benefits-of-membership/) - Discover the benefits of ACPeds membership, including exclusive resources, networking, and support for pediatric health and advocacy.
- [Media Inquiries](https://acpeds.org/media-inquiries/) - Media InquiriesMedia InquiriesFor journalists and media professionals seeking expert commentary or information on pediatric health and family policy, the American College of Pediatricians is here to help. Contact us for timely responses and authoritative insights on current issues and organizational news. Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.Please enable JavaScript in your
- [Position Statements](https://acpeds.org/position-statements/) - Read ACPeds’ official position statements on pediatric health, family issues, and medical ethics for evidence-based guidance.
- [Contact](https://acpeds.org/contact/) - Contact ACPeds for questions, support, or information on pediatric health and family resources. We’re here to help.
- [Job Opportunities](https://acpeds.org/job-opportunities/) - Explore job opportunities with ACPeds and join our mission to advance pediatric health, family support, and child advocacy.
- [Membership Coordinator](https://acpeds.org/membership-coordinator/) - Location : Remote/home office (but located in Minneapolis, MN) Status : Part-Time Start Date : Immediately upon hire Salary : Hourly wage commensurate with experience ($25+/ hour) The AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PEDIATRICIANS (ACPeds) is a national organization dedicated to advocating for what is “Best for Children” based on scientifically and ethically
- [Handouts](https://acpeds.org/handouts/) - Affirmation in Parenting
- [Parents](https://acpeds.org/parents/) - Find trusted resources and guidance from ACPeds to support parents in promoting child health, development, and family well-being.
- [Director of Development](https://acpeds.org/director-of-development/) - Job Title: Director of Development Organization: American College of Pediatricians (ACPeds) Location: (hybrid/remote) Employment Type: Part-Time (20 hours/week), with potential to develop into a full-time position. Salary commensurate with experience. Position Overview: American College of Pediatricians is dedicated to “what’s best for children” based on scientifically and ethically sound foundations. We seek a part-time Director
- [Amicus Briefs](https://acpeds.org/amicus-briefs/) - Explore ACPeds amicus briefs on key legal cases impacting pediatric health, family policy, and child welfare.
- [Amicus Briefs - Others](https://acpeds.org/amicus-briefs-others/) - Read ACPeds amicus briefs submitted to courts nationwide on cases affecting pediatric health, family policy, and child advocacy.
- [Amicus Briefs - SCOTUS](https://acpeds.org/amicus-briefs-scotus/) - Access ACPeds amicus briefs submitted to the Supreme Court on cases impacting pediatric health, family policy, and child welfare.
- [Articles](https://acpeds.org/articles/) - Read ACPeds articles on pediatric health, family issues, and medical ethics for evidence-based insights and guidance.
- [Attend an Event](https://acpeds.org/attend-an-event/) - Register to attend ACPeds events, conferences, and webinars focused on pediatric health, family advocacy, and professional development.
- [Become a Member](https://acpeds.org/become-a-member/) - Join ACPeds today to connect with pediatric professionals, access exclusive resources, and support child health and family advocacy.
- [Events](https://acpeds.org/events/) - Explore upcoming ACPeds events, conferences, and webinars focused on pediatric health, family support, and professional development.
- [Get Involved](https://acpeds.org/get-involved/) - Discover ways to get involved with ACPeds through advocacy, volunteering, and supporting pediatric health and family initiatives.
- [In the News](https://acpeds.org/in-the-news/) - See ACPeds featured in the news for expert insights, commentary, and updates on pediatric health and family policy.
- [David Mortimer, MDiv, GPC, CFRE](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/david-mortimer-mdiv-gpc-cfre/) - Meet David Mortimer, ACPeds board member, and discover his commitment to pediatric advocacy and family support.
- [David Olson, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/david-olson-md-fcp/) - Learn about Dr. David Olson, ACPeds board member, and his dedication to advancing pediatric health and supporting families.
- [Den A. Trumbull, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/den-a-trumbull-md-fcp/) - Meet Dr. Den A. Trumbull, ACPeds board member, and learn about his leadership in pediatric health and family advocacy.
- [Jane Anderson, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/jane-anderson-md-fcp/) - Discover Dr. Jane Anderson, ACPeds board member, and her dedication to pediatric health, family care, and medical ethics.
- [Jill Simons, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/jill-simons-md-fcp/) - Learn about Dr. Jill Simons, ACPeds board member, and her commitment to pediatric health, advocacy, and family support.
- [Kimberly A. Vacca, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/kimberly-a-vacca-md-fcp/) - Meet Dr. Kimberly A. Vacca, ACPeds board member, and learn about her dedication to pediatric health and family well-being.
- [L. David Perry, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/l-david-perry-md-fcp/) - Discover Dr. L. David Perry, ACPeds board member, and his commitment to advancing pediatric health and supporting families.
- [Michael Artigues, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/michael-artigues-md-fcp/) - Learn about Dr. Michael Artigues, ACPeds board member, and his dedication to pediatric health and family care.
- [Quentin Van Meter, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/quentin-van-meter-md-fcp/) - Meet Dr. Quentin Van Meter, ACPeds board member, and learn about his expertise in pediatric health and family advocacy.
- [Renata Moon, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/renata-moon-md-fcp/) - Discover Dr. Renata Moon, ACPeds board member, and her commitment to pediatric health, family support, and medical ethics.
- [Richard Sandler, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/richard-sandler-md-fcp/) - Learn about Dr. Richard Sandler, ACPeds board member, and his dedication to advancing pediatric health and family well-being.
- [Robin Pierucci, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/robin-pierucci-md-fcp/) - Get to know Dr. Robin Pierucci, ACPeds board member, and her contributions to pediatric health and family advocacy.
- [Salwa Gendi, MD, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/salwa-gendi-md-fcp/) - Meet Dr. Salwa Gendi, ACPeds board member, and discover her expertise and dedication to pediatric health and family care.
- [Tom Benton, MD, MPH, FCP](https://acpeds.org/meet-our-board/tom-benton-md-mph-fcp/) - Learn about Dr. Tom Benton, ACPeds board member, his background in pediatric health, and his commitment to child and family well-being.
- [Membership](https://acpeds.org/membership/) - Join ACPeds to connect with pediatric professionals, access exclusive resources, and support child health and family advocacy.
- [Mission & Vision](https://acpeds.org/mission-vision/) - Learn about ACPeds’ mission and vision to promote optimal child health and support families through evidence-based pediatric care.
- [Videos & Audio](https://acpeds.org/videos-audio/) - Watch and listen to ACPeds videos and audio resources on pediatric health, family issues, and medical ethics.
- [Press Releases](https://acpeds.org/press-releases/) - Stay updated with ACPeds press releases on pediatric health news, policy updates, and organizational announcements.
- [Privacy Policy](https://acpeds.org/privacy-policy/) - Read ACPeds’ privacy policy to learn how your personal information is collected, used, and protected on our website.
- [Terms](https://acpeds.org/terms/) - Review ACPeds’ terms of use for website access, privacy, and user responsibilities regarding pediatric health resources.
- [Ways to Give](https://acpeds.org/ways-to-give/) - Support ACPeds’ mission to promote child health. Discover ways to give and make a difference for pediatric care and family advocacy.
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- [MBEC 2026](https://acpeds.org/event/mbec-2026/) - Did you attend the 2025 Matthew Bulfin Educational Conference? If not -- we won't lie; you missed out! But not to worry; we are already planning next year's MBEC, which will be held February 27 - March 1 in beautiful Seattle, Washington. Save the date, and stay tuned for registration updates in the coming months.
- [CBHD 2025](https://acpeds.org/event/cbhd-2025/) - We are 25 years into the Biotech Century. Have the predictions, opportunities, and threats that many in the late 1990s wrote about come to pass? From eliminating disease to the development of new technologies and moving toward the Singularity, how have the predictions made in the 1990s fared? Which opportunities and threats have been

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