Dynamic Gender Presentations: Understanding Transition and De-Transition Among Transgender Youth
June 2018
in “
Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
”
TLDR The conclusion is that supportive environments are crucial for the mental health and well-being of transgender individuals during gender transition or de-transition.
The article "Dynamic Gender Presentations: Understanding Transition and 'De-Transition' Among Transgender Youth" explored the experiences of transgender youth who undergo gender transition and those who later choose to de-transition. It highlighted the complexity and fluidity of gender identity among young people, emphasizing the importance of supportive environments for their mental health and well-being. The study underscored the need for comprehensive care and understanding from healthcare providers, educators, and families to support transgender youth through their evolving gender identities. The findings were based on various referenced studies and surveys, including the New Zealand Adolescent Health Survey and the US Transgender Survey, which provided insights into the health, well-being, and demographic characteristics of transgender youth.
