Expected vs. perceived effects of gender-affirming hormone therapy among transmasculine adolescents.

Objectives: Gender-affirming testosterone therapy is increasingly prescribed among transmasculine adolescents and has been associated with improved mental health outcomes. However, expected and perceived effects of testosterone have not previously been compared in this population.

Methods: We compared desired and reported effects of testosterone in all consecutive transmasculine adolescents followed at a large interdisciplinary gender diversity clinic in North America.

School Factors Strongly Impact Transgender and Non-Binary Youths' Well-Being.

Background: School plays an important role in transgender and non-binary (TNB) youths' life and well-being. The aim of this study was to gain a better understanding of how the lived experiences, gender affirmation and challenges encountered by TNB youths in the school setting affect their well-being.

Method: Our study was a qualitative secondary data analysis, based on the interviews of 12 Canadian TNB youths aged 15-17 years old.