Mental health in the transgender community

BMC Psychiatry welcomes submissions to our Collection on Mental health in the transgender community. Transgender individuals face unique challenges related to mental health, including higher rates of depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation compared to the general population. The experience of gender dysphoria, social stigma, discrimination, and lack of access to gender-affirming care further exacerbate these disparities. Research in this area has shed light on the importance of social support, gender-affirming care, and the impact of social rejection on mental wellbeing among transgender individuals. It is important for us to continue advancing our collective understanding in this area to address the mental health disparities faced by the transgender community. Recent advances have highlighted the significance of gender-affirming care, including hormone treatment and gender-affirmation surgery, in improving mental health outcomes for transgender individuals. Additionally, research has emphasized the need for inclusive and affirming mental healthcare practices that recognize the unique experiences and challenges of transgender individuals. Continued research in this area has the potential for developing tailored interventions to address the mental health needs of transgender individuals across the lifespan. Future advances may focus on the role of primary care providers in delivering gender-affirming care, addressing the pathologization of transgender identity in mental healthcare settings, and promoting social acceptance and support for transgender individuals. Topics of interest include but are not limited to: - Gender-affirming care and mental health outcomes - Social support and mental wellbeing in the transgender community - Mental health disparities and interventions for transgender youth and adults - Discrimination, stigma, and its impact on mental health in the transgender community - Resilience and coping strategies in the face of mental health challenges among transgender individuals - Access to mental healthcare services and barriers faced by transgender individuals - Family dynamics and mental health outcomes in the transgender community - Impacts of race, ethnicity, and socioeconomic status on mental wellbeing in the transgender community This Collection supports and amplifies research related to SDG 3: Good Health and Wellbeing and SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities.