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Southern medical journal · Jun 2021
Negative Healthcare Experiences, Healthcare-Seeking Behavior, and Mental Health in Tampa Bay Area Transgender and Gender-Nonconforming Individuals.
- Michele L Bohlmann, Alex J Dolan, Nat C Jones, and Brian D Knox.
- From the University of South Florida Morsani College of Medicine, Tampa, Florida.
- South. Med. J. 2021 Jun 1; 114 (6): 361-367.
ObjectiveThis study describes the prevalence of negative healthcare experiences, depression, and anxiety in the Tampa Bay transgender and gender non-conforming population.MethodsParticipants completed a survey encompassing healthcare interactions and validated mental health questionnaires.ResultsIn total, 61% of participants experienced conversion therapy and 54% have been denied care. Depression and anxiety are prevalent, with higher levels statistically associated with denial of care; 60.5% and 43% fear seeking mental health or medical care, respectively.ConclusionsSelf-reported negative experiences are prevalent in this population, with a potential association with avoidance of care. Further research is necessary to clarify these potential relationships.
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