3 Puberty Blockers
The purpose of puberty blockers is of course to block and prevent the onset of puberty. This is a hormonal treatment which can prevent the growth of hair and the deepening of the voice in men, and which can prevent the development of breasts and menstruation in women.
Many children who experience dysphoria, find themselves feeling extremely scared and anxious at the prospect of puberty. Puberty, in essence, will force physical changes that they are not prepared for and that will take them further away from the person that they are trying to be.
Puberty blockers can remove this additional form of stress, but it is important to recognize that it is also a treatment that comes with side effects and risks.