Study – trans youth struggling to feel optimistic about future
New figures show that only 35% of young trans people have frequently felt optimistic about their future.
Trans Mental Health
92% trans conversion therapy survivors experience mental health difficulties
A study found 9 in 10 trans conversion therapy survivors suffer from depression and anxiety.
American Psychological Association condemns trans conversion therapy
The American Psychological Association confirmed conversion therapy “harmful” to trans people.
Study finds puberty blockers improve trans youth wellbeing
A new study published in PLOS One by the NHS Gender Identity Development Service (GIDS) has found young trans people’s mental health improves when they have access to puberty blockers.
Study finds negative media representation harms trans mental health
A recent study by the Brown University and LGBTQ+ health organisation, Fenway Institute (published in LGBT Health), found negative media depictions of trans and gender diverse people negatively impacted the mental health of the transgender community.
Study shows early care benefits trans youth mental health
A new study demonstrates that trans youth are less likely to experience mental health issues if they have early access to gender-affirming health care.