An 8-year-old boy presents, expressing he is a girl and showing a preference for clothing and activities typically associated in society with girls. Which of the following would be most important to initially communicate to the family regarding the best approach? American Academy of Pediatrics supports the watchful-waiting model of care American Psychiatric Association supports the “live in your own skin” care model American Psychological Association supports the gender-affirming model of care Puberty blockers, cross-sex hormones, and surgery are not recommended until adulthood
