The question of gender identity has evolved into one of the most heated debates of our time. Gender ideology asserts that there are countless ways to express one’s identity beyond the traditional male and female binary, leading to a push for the recognition of new gender identities. However, when we step back from the ideological fervor and focus on the biological reality and psychological impact, we must acknowledge a simple truth: there are only two genders—male and female.
From a purely biological perspective, the human species is categorized into two sexes: male and female. This distinction is rooted in our chromosomes (XX for females and XY for males), reproductive organs, and secondary sexual characteristics. It is this biological foundation that has governed the understanding of human gender for millennia. While there are many expressions of masculinity and femininity, the fundamental biological categories remain consistent.
Some argue that the existence of intersex individuals, people born with ambiguous or atypical genitalia, disproves the binary nature of gender. However, intersex conditions, while real and deserving of empathy, affect a very small percentage of the population. Intersex individuals still align, at their core, with the biological categories of male and female. Intersex conditions are medical, not ideological, and they do not create a third or alternate gender category.
Gender identity, as it is often discussed today, is more about individual expression of sexual identity than it is about a separate category of gender. Identifying as male or female is tied deeply to biological sex and reproductive potential. When we extend this discussion into new categories of “gender identities,” such as non-binary or gender fluid, we are often venturing into the realm of personal or sexual expression. While adults should have the freedom to express themselves, it is important to recognize that gender identities are, at their core, expressions of sexual identity.
One of the most alarming aspects of today’s gender ideology is the push to allow children to make life-altering medical decisions, such as puberty blockers, hormone therapy, and even gender reassignment surgeries. These practices are forms of chemical castration and sexual mutilation, inflicting irreversible changes on children who are still developing mentally and physically. Just as we protect children from drinking alcohol or smoking cigarettes, we must protect them from making drastic decisions about their bodies before they reach maturity.
Gender dysphoria is a serious mental health condition, and like any psychological issue, it deserves compassion and proper treatment. However, treatment should not involve rushing children into irreversible medical procedures. Instead, children should be supported through mental health care that respects both biology and the natural process of growth and identity development. Children must wait until adulthood to make informed, responsible decisions about their bodies.
Gender ideology has brought society to a critical juncture. While we respect the rights of adults to express their identities as they see fit, we cannot allow the chemical castration or surgical mutilation of children. Children must be given the time and space to grow, learn, and make decisions about their bodies once they reach adulthood. Protecting children means respecting biology and their developing minds, ensuring they have the freedom to make life-altering decisions when they are ready.