Challenging and understanding gendered narratives: the development and validation of the transnormativity measure (TM).

Transnormativity refers to the accountability structure that regulates the acceptable gender presentations, narratives, and ways of being of trans and nonbinary (TNB) individuals. The present research extends prior qualitative research on transnormativity to develop and validate the Transnormativity Measure (TM). The initial developed pool of potential items was presented to a focus groups and three content experts for review.

The Mediating Role of Avoidant and Facilitative Coping on the Relation Between Discrimination and Alcohol Use Among Transgender and Gender-Diverse Individuals.

Purpose: The motivational model of alcohol use indicates that there is a relation between chronic stress and alcohol use, and that this relation is mediated by substance use to cope. However, this model has not been applied to the experiences of transgender and gender-diverse (TGD) individuals. In response, this study investigated whether facilitative (e.

Gender Dysphoria and Sexual Well-Being Among Trans Masculine and Nonbinary Individuals.

Prior qualitative research has noted that gender dysphoria impacts sexual engagement and satisfaction for many trans masculine and nonbinary individuals. As such, the current cross-sectional study aimed to investigate the exact relations between distinct aspects of gender dysphoria (i.e.

Resisting Trans Medicalization: Body Satisfaction and Social Contextual Factors as Predictors of Sexual Experiences among Trans Feminine and Nonbinary Individuals.

Past research has constructed a medicalized model of trans women's sexuality, where trans women are believed to be hyposexual and distressed by their bodies pre-transition, and are cured of their sexual dysfunction as a result of gender affirmative medical procedures. The current study engaged a community sample ( = 169) of trans feminine and nonbinary individuals assigned male at birth (TFNB) to investigate predictors of sexual experiences after addressing methodological biases of prior studies, including body satisfaction (using a modified Body Image Scale) and social contextual factors. Hierarchical regressions were conducted to test the hypothesis that after accounting for demographic variables and social contextual aspects (i.

Using a Comprehensive Proximal Stress Model to Predict Alcohol Use.

The gender minority stress model has been proposed by researchers to explain the high rates of substance use found within transgender communities, but its explanatory power has never been directly tested. Further, qualitative research has noted that premedically transitioned and nonbinary individuals are more likely to engage in avoidant coping such as drinking to cope. As such, the current study tested the relationship between proximal stress (comprised of internalized transphobia, anticipated stigma, concealment, and gender dysphoria), drinking to cope, and problematic alcohol use.

"What American dream is this?": The effect of Trump's presidency on immigrant Latinx transgender people.

Little research has explored how transgender people are impacted by the behaviors, statements, and policies of the Trump administration. To date no scholarship has explored the experiences of immigrant Latinx transgender people during the current political climate. Using a critical intersectional qualitative framework, the present study aimed to investigate how immigrant Latinx transgender people are impacted by Trump's administration.

"We are our own community": Immigrant Latinx transgender people community experiences.

Little is known about how immigrant Latinx transgender people experience support from their communities in the U.S. and back in their country of origin.

"Being Talked to Like I Was a Sex Toy, Like Being Transgender Was Simply for the Enjoyment of Someone Else": Fetishization and Sexualization of Transgender and Nonbinary Individuals.

Despite the growing interest in the experiences of transgender individuals, the phenomenon of fetishization of transgender bodies and identities has been overlooked. The present study was aimed at investigating the experiences of fetishization of transgender and nonbinary (TGNB) people. Participants in the current study represent a sample of 142 TGNB volunteers from the community who answered the prompt: "If you feel comfortable, could you describe your experience of being fetishized?" Using thematic analysis, we developed three overarching themes relevant to the experiences of fetishization of TGNB participants: (1) context of fetishization; (2) negative experiences of fetishization; and (3) positive or ambiguous experiences of fetishization.

Transmasculine individuals' experiences with gynecological healthcare providers.

Transgender individuals experience barriers to accessing healthcare including financial difficulties, lack of insurance, and discrimination and victimization by medical providers. Transmasculine patients face unique challenges and are more at risk for reproductive pathology resulting from a lack of regular gynecological care. Presently, a dearth of research exists on the needs of transmasculine patients in gynecological healthcare settings.

"": A Qualitative Investigation of Trans Masculine and Nonbinary Individuals' Use of Body during Sex.

The study investigates how trans masculine and nonbinary individuals describe the use of their bodies during sexual activities. Three hundred and sixty-one trans masculine and nonbinary individuals were asked to describe their use of body during sex through an online survey. Data were analyzed through thematic analysis.

Resource needs of the immigrant Latinx transgender community.

Background: Immigrant Latinx transgender people often migrate to the United States because of a desire for increased safety and more opportunities. However, after migrating to the United States, immigrant Latinx transgender people often struggle to access basic needs, including health care, jobs, and stable finances. These struggles are exacerbated for undocumented immigrant Latinx transgender people.

Sexual Satisfaction in Trans Masculine and Nonbinary Individuals: A Qualitative Investigation.

The present study investigated the ways trans masculine and nonbinary individuals describe aspects of their sexual satisfaction. Sexual satisfaction refers to an individual's subjective evaluation of their sexual experiences, and is influenced by relational, contextual, and personal experiences. Prior research with sexual satisfaction among trans individuals utilized quantitative measures, restricting the ability for respondents to describe trans-related aspects.

What Constitutes Sexual Dissatisfaction for Trans Masculine and Nonbinary Individuals: A Qualitative Study.

The present study is aimed at understanding how trans masculine and nonbinary individuals describe aspects of their sexual dissatisfaction. Previous studies on cisgender sexual dissatisfaction have utilized narrow definitions of dissatisfaction, operationalizing it in opposition to sexual satisfaction. Moreover, the pervasive focus on the outcomes of medical intervention steps in prior sexual dissatisfaction research with trans masculine participants ignored the experiences of individuals who do not desire a medical transition or live outside of the gender binary.