The article discusses the rising number of anti-LGBTQ+ laws in the U.S., with over 1,000 proposed and 126 enacted in recent years. These laws primarily target transgender individuals, adversely affecting their mental health. According to the Human Rights Campaign's 2024 Climate Survey, a significant percentage of LGBTQ+ adults report mental health declines and discrimination. Experts argue that the bans on gender-affirming care not only violate personal rights but also worsen mental health outcomes for transgender individuals. As the community faces increased distress, local economies may also feel the impact of these legislative actions.
when lawmakers pass gender-affirming care bans, they supersede the autonomy and rights of patients, families, and their physicians - often at a significant cost to transgender patients.
Research has consistently found that transgender and nonbinary people who are able to access desired gender-affirming care have better mental health outcomes ... Those who are unable to access desired care, however, face increased mental distress and suicidality.
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