#469 - Mental Health Expert: Gender-Affirming Care Ruined Our Kids
#469 - Mental Health Expert: Gender-Affirming Care Ruined Our Kids  
Podcast: Something For Everybody
Published On: Tue Mar 24 2026
Description: Hidden costs behind every great life - download for free here: https://aaronmachbitz.com/cost/ Pamela Garfield-Jaeger joins Something For Everybody this week. Pam is a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years of experience with children and families. In this conversation, Pam shares her personal journey through disability, her insights on mental health, and her critical perspective on gender ideology and societal trends. The conversation explores the importance of resilience, the dangers of gender-affirming care, and the need for honest conversations with young people about life's challenges. - 💬 TEXT US: Text “HELLO” to 201-534-3681 to get positive messages daily. See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: https://everybodyspod.com/deals/ - Shop For Everybody  Use code SFE10 for 10% OFF 👉 https://shopforeverybody.com/ - Timestamps: 00:00 Pam's Journey 03:00 The Impact of Physical Limitations on Mental Health 05:52 Societal Norms and the Pursuit of Health 09:01 The Truthful Therapist 12:01 Navigating the Complexities of Gender Ideology 14:49 The Role of Empathy and Resilience in Youth 18:05 The Dangers of Victimhood Culture 21:00 The Importance of Sports  34:07 The Dangers of Misinformation in Childhood Education 35:14 Gender-Affirming Care 36:44 Understanding Gender Affirmation 41:46 The Medicalization of Gender Identity 44:43 The Lost Boys: Exploring Masculinity and Trans Identity 52:36 Building Confidence in Young Men 56:41 Cultural Reflections - Extra Stuff:  Get my free guide of 4 things to quit to transform your life here: https://aaronmachbitz.com/quit/ - Join our exclusive community: https://www.patreon.com/AaronMachbitz - Pam’s Website:  https://www.thetruthfultherapist.org/ - (Filmed on February 9th, 2026) Edited by Ben Rogerson (@BenRogerson_) - Episodes You Might Enjoy:  #418 - How to Be Happy: Jesus’ Surprising Path to Genuine Joy - Pastor Mike & Dr. Jeffrey https://everybodyspod.com/realhappy/ #433 - Crisis Counselor: How to Find Hope After Unthinkable Loss (You Need This) https://everybodyspod.com/sugarman/ - Get in touch:  iG: https://www.instagram.com/AaronMachbitz X: https://x.com/AaronMachbitz Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AMachbitz/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@AaronMachbitz Email:  https://www.aaronmachbitz.com/contact/