Conversion Therapy Linked to Psychological Distress and Suicide Among Transgender Adults
Transgender adults have a high risk for adverse mental health outcomes, with a 41% lifetime prevalence of suicide attempts among this population.
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Gender-Affirming Surgery May Aid Long-Term Mental Health
For transgender individuals with a diagnosis of gender incongruence, increased time since last gender-affirming surgery is associated with reduced mental health treatment.
Mental Health Outcomes Among Transgender and Gender-Nonbinary Youth
Investigators sought to assess risk factors associated with poor mental health in Chinese transgender and gender-nonbinary adolescents.
Increased Prevalence of Mental Health Concerns in Gender Minority Students
A 2- to 4-fold higher prevalence of depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-injury, and suicidality was reported in gender minority students compared with their cisgender counterparts.
Nonsuicidal Self-Injury Rate Increased in Sexual-Minority Youth
The prevalence of non-suicidal self-injury ranged from 38.04 to 52.97 percent for sexual-minority youth between 2005 and 2017.
Health-Related Quality of Life Disparities Likely for Transgender Adults
Transgender adults are more likely to report diminished health-related quality of life.
Non-Binary Gender May Increase Risk for Experiencing Healthcare Disparities
As non-binary gender becomes more mainstream, it’s important for physicians to create a welcoming, care-centered environment for patients who identify as such.
Review Gives Guidance to Support Teens With Gender Dysphoria
Primary care providers are well positioned to provide critical support and personalized care for youth with gender dysphoria and their caregivers or families.
Sexual Minority Youth at Increased Risk for Suicide Attempt, With Transgender Youth at Highest Risk
While all the sexual minority groups had an increased risk for suicide attempt compared with heterosexuals, transgender youths were at the highest risk.
Associations Among Gender Nonconformity, Mental Distress, and Substance Use Among High School Students
These findings demonstrate the importance of developing support systems within schools for gender-nonconforming students.
Gender Nonconformity Linked to Students’ Mental Distress
Gender nonconformity is associated with mental distress for female and male students.
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