Publications by authors named "Lorraine Gale"
Purpose: Limited research has examined adolescents' pathways to gender-affirming medical care.
Methods: Enrollment in Trans Youth CAN! was at an initial appointment for hormone suppression or gender-affirming hormones, if pubertal or postpubertal, and < 16 years old. Adolescent/parent surveys and clinical records were obtained for 174 adolescents and 160 matched parents at 10 medical clinics across Canada.
Article Synopsis
- Referrals for gender-affirming care for trans youth in Canada have risen, leading to a study assessing characteristics at their first medical visit.
- The study involved 174 youth with gender dysphoria, revealing that most were transmasculine and aged 14-15, with many experiencing mental health challenges despite having supportive parents.
- A significant majority received hormonal treatments, indicating a need for both mental health support and medical care in this population.