Study finds transgender youth face increased psychological risks at gender identity milestones.
- Transgender youth who live in unsupportive families have an increased risk of attempting suicide or running away from home in association with gender identity milestones.
- A study found that initiating gender identity milestones was linked to a higher risk of mental health issues among transgender youth, particularly in unsupportive or neutral family environments.
- The risks of suicide attempts and running away from home were significantly higher for transgender youth in adverse or neutral families in connection with identifying as transgender.
- Supportive family environments are associated with lower overall risk for running away and attempting suicide, and can help mitigate the increased risk at gender identity milestones.
- The study highlights the importance of family support for transgender youth in improving mental health outcomes and reducing psychological risks associated with gender identity milestones.
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