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Mezza F, Mezzalira S, Pizzo R, Maldonato NM, Bochicchio V, Scandurra C. Minority stress and mental health in European transgender and gender diverse people: A systematic review of quantitative studies. Clin Psychol Rev 2024; 107:102358. [PMID: 37995435 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpr.2023.102358] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/02/2023] [Revised: 11/08/2023] [Accepted: 11/14/2023] [Indexed: 11/25/2023]
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The current study aimed at systematically reviewing evidence on the relationships between gender minority stress and mental health outcomes among European transgender and gender diverse (TGD) individuals. A systematic search was conducted in PsycINFO, PubMED, Scopus, and Google Scholar. It was based on Boolean operators to combine terms related to minority stress, TGD identities, and mental health. Thirty studies were identified as eligible. The results confirmed that gender minority stress factors are significantly related with mental health problems among European TGD individuals. Distal stressors were identified as strongly associated with poorer mental health, with gender-related discrimination emerging as the most documented risk factor. The significant role of proximal stressors was also highlighted, with some mediation analyses detecting an indirect effect on mental health. However, identity concealment appeared unrelated to mental health outcomes. Resilience-promoting factors buffering the impact of stressors were also identified, including self-esteem, pride, transitioning, and social support. Conversely, data on community connectedness as a source of resilience were inconclusive. The studies reviewed have several limitations, including lack of longitudinal designs, sampling bias, variability in measurement methods, and unaccounted ethnic variables. Research and clinical recommendations in this field are reported.
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- Fabrizio Mezza
- SInAPSi Center, University of Naples Federico II, Via Giulio Cesare Cortese 29, Napoli 80133, Italy
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- Department of Humanistic Studies, University of Calabria, Via Ponte Bucci Cubo 18/C, Rende 87036, Italy.
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- SInAPSi Center, University of Naples Federico II, Via Giulio Cesare Cortese 29, Napoli 80133, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences, and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, Napoli 80133, Italy.
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- Department of Humanistic Studies, University of Calabria, Via Ponte Bucci Cubo 18/C, Rende 87036, Italy.
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- Department of Neuroscience, Reproductive Sciences, and Dentistry, University of Naples Federico II, Via Sergio Pansini 5, Napoli 80133, Italy.
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The Adaptation and Validation of the Trans Attitudes and Beliefs Scale to the Spanish Context. INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH 2022; 19:ijerph19074374. [PMID: 35410053 PMCID: PMC8998318 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19074374] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/05/2022] [Revised: 04/02/2022] [Accepted: 04/03/2022] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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This article examines the reliability and validity of the adaptation of the Trans Attitudes and Beliefs Scale (TABS), an instrument capable of detecting transphobic positions, to the Spanish context. A total of 829 psychology students participated in the adaptation procedure. A confirmatory factor analysis was performed to study the fit of the new scale to the factor structure of the original scale (interpersonal comfort, gender identity beliefs, and human value). Convergent validity evidence showed significant correlations and predictive levels with different constructs and sociodemographic variables. The internal consistency of the mean scores was adequate at the global level. The study showed that the TABS is a psychometrically sound instrument for the assessment of attitudes toward trans people, particularly in the context of debates over access to rights and the lack of professional training in disciplines such as psychology.
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Busa S, Wernick J, Kellerman J, Glaeser E, McGregor K, Wu J, Janssen A. A Descriptive Case Study of a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Group Intervention Adaptation for Transgender Youth With Social Anxiety Disorder. THE BEHAVIOR THERAPIST 2022; 45:135-141. [PMID: 35765467 PMCID: PMC9236272] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/15/2023]
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- Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, Northwestern University, Feinberg School of Medicine
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Modrego Pardo I, Gómez Balaguer M, Hurtado Murillo F, Cuñat Navarro E, Solá Izquierdo E, Morillas Ariño C. Self-injurious and suicidal behaviour in a transsexual adolescent and young adult population, treated at a specialised gender identity unit in Spain. ENDOCRINOL DIAB NUTR 2021; 68:338-345. [PMID: 34556264 DOI: 10.1016/j.endien.2020.04.009] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2020] [Accepted: 04/21/2020] [Indexed: 06/13/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) and suicidal behavior (SB) have a significant prevalence in transsexual people. The published data is confusing as it does not distinguish between ideation and realization, age groups, gender, or the degree of medical intervention. Their actual prevalence in Spain is unknown. OBJECTIVE Our objective was to investigate the prevalence of NSSI behavior and SB in adolescents and young transsexual adults, differentiating between ideation and consummated behavior, prior to their receiving any type of gender-affirming medical treatment. MATERIAL AND METHODS We retrospectively reviewed the medical history of a cohort of transsexual people aged between 10 and 35 years, treated at the Gender Identity Unit of the Valencian Community. We analyzed the data collected regarding the presence of four variables: NSSI ideation, NSSI behavior, ideas of suicide and suicide attempts, as well as differences according to age group and gender. RESULTS The final sample consisted of 110 transsexual men and 90 transsexual women. Of these, 21% had made a suicide attempt, 50% had had suicidal ideas, 31% had a history of NSSI behavior and 35% had had NSSI ideas. No differences were found based on gender. Regarding age, subjects under 20 years of age presented a significantly higher prevalence regarding suicidal ideas compared to young adults (43% vs. 25%), while in the remaining variables, no statistically significant differences were found. CONCLUSIONS The prevalence of a history of suicidal ideas and behavior in the Spanish adolescent and young transsexual population is significant and does not differ according to gender or age range. The prevalence of NSSI ideas and behavior differs and is more frequent in adolescent transsexuals.
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- Inés Modrego Pardo
- Servicio de Endocrinología y Nutrición, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Hospital Universitario Dr. Peset, Valencia, Spain.
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- Servicio de Endocrinología y Nutrición, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Hospital Universitario Dr. Peset, Valencia, Spain
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- Centro de Salud Sexual y Reproductiva, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Centro de Salud Arabista Ambrosio Huici, Valencia, Spain
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- Servicio de Endocrinología y Nutrición, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Hospital Universitario Dr. Peset, Valencia, Spain
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- Servicio de Endocrinología y Nutrición, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Hospital Universitario Dr. Peset, Valencia, Spain
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- Servicio de Endocrinología y Nutrición, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Hospital Universitario Dr. Peset, Valencia, Spain
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Modrego Pardo I, Gómez Balaguer M, Hurtado Murillo F, Cuñat Navarro E, Solá Izquierdo E, Morillas Ariño C. Self-injurious and suicidal behaviour in a transsexual adolescent and young adult population, treated at a specialised gender identity unit in Spain. ENDOCRINOLOGIA, DIABETES Y NUTRICION 2021; 68:338-345. [PMID: 32950440 DOI: 10.1016/j.endinu.2020.04.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/24/2020] [Revised: 04/13/2020] [Accepted: 04/21/2020] [Indexed: 01/30/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI) and suicidal behavior (SB) have a significant prevalence in transsexual people. The published data is confusing as it does not distinguish between ideation and realization, age groups, gender, or the degree of medical intervention. Their actual prevalence in Spain is unknown. OBJECTIVE Our objective was to investigate the prevalence of NSSI behavior and SB in adolescents and young transsexual adults, differentiating between ideation and consummated behavior, prior to their receiving any type of gender-affirming medical treatment. MATERIAL AND METHODS We retrospectively reviewed the medical history of a cohort of transsexual people aged between 10 and 35 years, treated at the Gender Identity Unit of the Valencian Community. We analyzed the data collected regarding the presence of four variables: NSSI ideation, NSSI behavior, ideas of suicide and suicide attempts, as well as differences according to age group and gender. RESULTS The final sample consisted of 110 transsexual men and 90 transsexual women. Of these, 21% had made a suicide attempt, 50% had had suicidal ideas, 31% had a history of NSSI behavior and 35% had had NSSI ideas. No differences were found based on gender. Regarding age, subjects under 20 years of age presented a significantly higher prevalence regarding suicidal ideas compared to young adults (43% vs. 25%), while in the remaining variables, no statistically significant differences were found. CONCLUSIONS The prevalence of a history of suicidal ideas and behavior in the Spanish adolescent and young transsexual population is significant and does not differ according to gender or age range. The prevalence of NSSI ideas and behavior differs and is more frequent in adolescent transsexuals.
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- Inés Modrego Pardo
- Servicio de Endocrinología y Nutrición, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Hospital Universitario Dr. Peset, Valencia, España.
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- Servicio de Endocrinología y Nutrición, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Hospital Universitario Dr. Peset, Valencia, España
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- Centro de Salud Sexual y Reproductiva, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Centro de Salud Arabista Ambrosio Huici, Valencia, España
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- Servicio de Endocrinología y Nutrición, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Hospital Universitario Dr. Peset, Valencia, España
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- Servicio de Endocrinología y Nutrición, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Hospital Universitario Dr. Peset, Valencia, España
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- Servicio de Endocrinología y Nutrición, Unidad de Identidad de Género, Hospital Universitario Dr. Peset, Valencia, España
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Rich AJ, Scheim AI, Koehoorn M, Poteat T. Non-HIV chronic disease burden among transgender populations globally: A systematic review and narrative synthesis. Prev Med Rep 2020; 20:101259. [PMID: 33335828 PMCID: PMC7732872 DOI: 10.1016/j.pmedr.2020.101259] [Citation(s) in RCA: 20] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/09/2020] [Revised: 11/09/2020] [Accepted: 11/15/2020] [Indexed: 01/10/2023] Open
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Chronic disease is a growing concern for research, policy and clinical care. While the global burden of HIV for transgender populations has been comprehensively covered in recent systematic reviews, the same is not true for the burden of other chronic disease. The objective of this study was to review the literature on non-HIV chronic disease burden for transgender populations worldwide. A systematic review was conducted of Medline, Embase, CINAHL, PsycINFO and LGBT Life bibliographic databases for peer-reviewed scientific studies with non-HIV chronic disease prevalence data for transgender populations published any date up to February 15, 2019 without restriction on country or study design. A total of 93 studies and 665 datapoints were included in this review, comprising 48 distinct chronic disease outcomes in seven groups (cancer, cerebro/cardiovascular conditions, chronic liver and kidney disease, mental health and substance use conditions, metabolic and endocrine disorders, musculoskeletal and brain disorders, respiratory conditions, and unspecified and other conditions). The empirical literature on chronic disease among global transgender populations focuses on mental health morbidity, demonstrating an evidence gap on chronic physical health morbidity, particularly beyond that of sexual health. This review identified important gaps including in age-related conditions, inflammation-related disease and studies designed explicitly to investigate chronic disease burden among transgender populations. There is a need for high quality evidence in this area, including longitudinal population-based studies with appropriate comparison groups, and consistent measurement of both transgender status and chronic conditions.
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- Ashleigh J. Rich
- School of Population & Public Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
- Corresponding author.
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- Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Dornsife School of Public Health, Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA, United States
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- School of Population & Public Health, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, Canada
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- Department of Social Medicine, University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, United States
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Aldridge Z, Patel S, Guo B, Nixon E, Pierre Bouman W, Witcomb GL, Arcelus J. Long‐term effect of gender‐affirming hormone treatment on depression and anxiety symptoms in transgender people: A prospective cohort study. Andrology 2020; 9:1808-1816. [DOI: 10.1111/andr.12884] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/24/2020] [Revised: 07/27/2020] [Accepted: 08/05/2020] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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- Zoë Aldridge
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Institute of Mental Health University of Nottingham Nottingham UK
- School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences Loughborough University Loughborough UK
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Institute of Mental Health University of Nottingham Nottingham UK
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Institute of Mental Health University of Nottingham Nottingham UK
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Institute of Mental Health University of Nottingham Nottingham UK
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Institute of Mental Health University of Nottingham Nottingham UK
- Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health Nottingham UK
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- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences Institute of Mental Health University of Nottingham Nottingham UK
- Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health Nottingham UK
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Ho F, Mussap AJ. Development of the Trans and Gender Diverse Social Anxiety Scale. ANXIETY STRESS AND COPING 2020; 33:675-697. [PMID: 32436732 DOI: 10.1080/10615806.2020.1768533] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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Objectives: We develop and evaluate a Trans and Gender Diverse Social Anxiety Scale (TSAS) suitable for use with trans and gender diverse (TGD) people. Methods: We evaluate the TSAS on a sample of 171 TGD adults (40 transmen, 80 transwomen, and 51 gender nonbinary). We test the TSAS's construct validity against measures of perceived and enacted anti-trans stigma, and in comparison to a generic (i.e., non-TGD-specific) measure of social anxiety, the Liebowitz Social Anxiety Scale (LSAS). Results: Factor analyses reveal a four-factor structure consisting of fear and avoidance of (i) social interactions with familiar people, (ii) public scrutiny, (iii) interactions with organizations, and (iv) interactions with religious people or religious authority. Hierarchical regressions confirm that although symptoms of social anxiety assessed by the TSAS overlap with symptoms of generic social anxiety, responses to the TSAS target social situations specifically related to anti-trans stigma. MANOVAs of TSAS score by TGD gender subgroups also reveal that transmen report more social anxiety than either gender nonbinary TGD people or transwomen. Conclusions: The TSAS is a brief instrument that can be used to measure social anxiety in TGD people in social situations in which anti-trans stigma is commonly encountered.
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- Felicity Ho
- School of Psychology, Deakin University, Melbourne, Australia
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Boivin L, Notredame CE, Jardri R, Medjkane F. Supporting Parents of Transgender Adolescents: Yes, But How? ARCHIVES OF SEXUAL BEHAVIOR 2020; 49:81-83. [PMID: 31919688 DOI: 10.1007/s10508-020-01629-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/06/2019] [Revised: 12/29/2019] [Accepted: 01/04/2020] [Indexed: 06/10/2023]
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- Laure Boivin
- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Transidentities Team, University Medical Centre of Lille, University of Lille, Lille, France
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Transidentities Team, University Medical Centre of Lille, University of Lille, Lille, France
- National Institute for Health and Medical Research, Institut National de la Santé et de la Recherche Médicale, Centre d'Investigation Clinique-9301, Psychiatry Unit - CURE (Centre Universitaire de Recherche et d'Exploration en psychiatrie) platform, University of Lille, Lille, France
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Transidentities Team, University Medical Centre of Lille, University of Lille, Lille, France
- National Institute for Health and Medical Research, Institut National de la Santé et de la Recherche Médicale, Centre d'Investigation Clinique-9301, Psychiatry Unit - CURE (Centre Universitaire de Recherche et d'Exploration en psychiatrie) platform, University of Lille, Lille, France
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Transidentities Team, University Medical Centre of Lille, University of Lille, Lille, France.
- National Institute for Health and Medical Research, Institut National de la Santé et de la Recherche Médicale, Centre d'Investigation Clinique-9301, Psychiatry Unit - CURE (Centre Universitaire de Recherche et d'Exploration en psychiatrie) platform, University of Lille, Lille, France.
- Service de Psychiatrie de l'Enfant et de l'Adolescent, Dispositif Transidentité(s), Hôpital Fontan, CHU de Lille, Rue André Verhaeghe, CS 70001, 59037, Lille Cedex, France.
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Liu RT, Sheehan AE, Walsh RFL, Sanzari CM, Cheek SM, Hernandez EM. Prevalence and correlates of non-suicidal self-injury among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender individuals: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Clin Psychol Rev 2019; 74:101783. [PMID: 31734440 PMCID: PMC6896220 DOI: 10.1016/j.cpr.2019.101783] [Citation(s) in RCA: 91] [Impact Index Per Article: 18.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2019] [Revised: 10/01/2019] [Accepted: 11/06/2019] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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The current review presents a meta-analysis of the existing empirical literature on the prevalence of non-suicidal self-injury (NSSI) among lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) individuals, as well as on correlates of NSSI within sexual and gender minority populations. Eligible publications (n = 51) were identified through a systematic search of PsycINFO, MEDLINE, and Embase, supplemented by a search of references of prior reviews on this topic. NSSI prevalence rates were quite elevated among sexual (29.68% lifetime) and gender (46.65% lifetime) minority individuals compared to heterosexual and/or cisgender peers (14.57% lifetime), with transgender (46.65% lifetime) and bisexual (41.47% lifetime) individuals being at greatest risk. Even among these group findings, sexual minority youth emerged as an especially vulnerable population. Moreover, current evidence suggests these rates and differences between LGBT and heterosexual and/or cisgender peers have not declined over time. These findings may in some measure be due to the existence of LGBT-specific risk correlates combined with general risk correlates being more severe among sexual and gender minority populations. Additional research, particularly employing a longitudinal design, is needed in this area to advance efforts to reduce risk for NSSI among sexual and gender minority individuals.
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- Richard T Liu
- Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Alpert Medical School of Brown University, United States.
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- Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Alpert Medical School of Brown University, United States
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- Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Alpert Medical School of Brown University, United States
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- Department of Psychiatry and Human Behavior, Alpert Medical School of Brown University, United States
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- Department of Psychology and Neuroscience, Duke University, United States
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- Department of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, United States
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Kaplan SC, Butler RM, Devlin EA, Testa RJ, Horenstein A, Swee MB, Heimberg RG. Rural living environment predicts social anxiety in transgender and gender nonconforming individuals across Canada and the United States. J Anxiety Disord 2019; 66:102116. [PMID: 31357038 DOI: 10.1016/j.janxdis.2019.102116] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2018] [Revised: 07/07/2019] [Accepted: 07/15/2019] [Indexed: 01/04/2023]
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Transgender and gender nonconforming (TGNC) individuals frequently confront discrimination, rejection, and violence. Such experiences may put TGNC individuals at risk for minority stress and associated psychiatric symptoms. Protective factors like social support, pride in one's gender identity, or connectedness to similar others may make TGNC individuals less vulnerable to psychiatric symptoms, and the presence of risk and protective factors may vary depending on living environment. This study examined the relationship of living environment (urban vs. suburban vs. small-town/rural) to social anxiety (SA) in a sample of 902 TGNC individuals who participated in the Trans Health Survey. Analysis of variance revealed a significant difference in SA across living environments. Those living in small-town/rural environments reported significantly higher levels of SA compared to those living in urban environments. There was a trend-level difference in SA in suburban compared to urban environments. Linear regression analyses revealed that living environment significantly moderated the relationship between social support and SA. Higher social support was more protective against elevated SA in urban and suburban than in small-town/rural environments. This study is the first to demonstrate the experience of elevated SA among TGNC individuals living in rural environments. Implications and future directions for research are discussed.
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Busa S, Janssen A, Lakshman M. A Review of Evidence Based Treatments for Transgender Youth Diagnosed with Social Anxiety Disorder. Transgend Health 2018; 3:27-33. [PMID: 29445772 PMCID: PMC5808386 DOI: 10.1089/trgh.2017.0037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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In addition to the high prevalence of gender dysphoria among transgender youth, this population is at greater risk of suffering from additional mental health disorders, including social anxiety disorder, compared to their cisgender peers. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has been established as an effective form of treatment for social anxiety disorder. It is recommended that therapists modify and adapt CBT when working with minority groups such as transgender youth to ensure that the treatment is efficacious and culturally sensitive. However, literature assessing the efficacy of CBT for transgender youth with mental health issues is scant. As a result, there is no empirical literature on effective treatment for transgender youth who meet criteria for social anxiety disorder alone or youth who meet criteria for social anxiety disorder and gender dysphoria. This literature review aims to identify current research related to prevalence of mental health disorders in transgender youth, the current literature on adaptations of cognitive behavioral techniques, and the need for treatment research on adaptation of CBT for transgender individuals, specifically those with social anxiety disorder and gender dysphoria.
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- Samantha Busa
- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Child Study Center, Hassenfeld Children's Hospital at NYU Langone, New York, New York
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- Department of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Child Study Center, Hassenfeld Children's Hospital at NYU Langone, New York, New York
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- Department of Applied Psychology, New York University, New York, New York
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Bouman WP, Claes L, Brewin N, Crawford JR, Millet N, Fernandez-Aranda F, Arcelus J. Transgender and anxiety: A comparative study between transgender people and the general population. Int J Transgend 2016. [DOI: 10.1080/15532739.2016.1258352] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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- Faculty of Psychology and Educational Sciences, Katholieke Universiteit Leuven, Leuven, Belgium
- Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Antwerp, Antwerp, Belgium
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- Nottingham National Centre for Transgender Health, Nottingham, UK
- School of Sport, Exercise, and Health Sciences, Loughborough University, Loughborough, UK
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- School of Psychology, University of Aberdeen, Aberdeen, UK
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- Department of Psychiatry, University Hospital of Bellvitge-IDIBELL, Barcelona, Spain
- CIBER Fisiopatología de la Obesidad y Nutrición, ISCIII, Barcelona, Spain
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- Nottingham National Centre for Transgender Health, Nottingham, UK
- Division of Psychiatry and Applied Psychology, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, University of Nottingham, Nottingham, UK
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