Trans and gender-fluid adults are six times more likely to have attempted suicide than cisgender people, with discrimination and stigma being major contributing factors.
Research has shown that transgender and gender-diverse people are more likely to experience discrimination, bullying, and stigma, likely contributing to higher rates of mental disorder and suicidality.
Promoting gender-affirming care, education regarding gender diversity, and providing safe spaces are likely to help reduce the burden of poor mental health that they often experience.
A long-term Danish study also found that trans individuals experienced higher rates of suicide and mortality from 1980 to 2021, indicating ongoing mental health challenges.
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