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Is being trans a mental illness

Research shows that a disproportionate number of trans people experience worse mental health than the general population, including higher rates of suicidality (12 times more likely), diagnosis with a mental disorder (3 times more likely), and experiences of psychological distress3.. We also have found that this is not because these problems are innate for trans people, but because of what we

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Sexual Health — TransHub

WebSexual health is an important part of many trans people’s healthcare. What sexual health looks like for trans people is very similar to that of cis people, but with a few differences. In order to support and affirm your patients, …

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My Health — TransHub

WebTrans people, though, often report difficulties finding inclusive health information or services, and may defer going to the doctor for fear of being mistreated.

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Sexual health — TransHub

WebSexual health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well …

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Mental health — TransHub

WebMental health support is something that people of all genders might need at some point in life. Nearly 1 in 5 people will experience some form of mental health condition in the next …

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Mental Health — TransHub

WebMental health support is something that people of all genders might need at some point in our lives. Nearly 1 in 5 people in Australia will experience some form of mental health …

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Physical examinations — TransHub

WebFor Gender Affirming Hormonal Therapies . There is no need for genital or chest examinations to initiate or continue gender affirming hormonal therapy – either …

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Finding a doctor — TransHub

WebFinding a doctor who supports you, and your gender affirmation goals can be difficult. Many trans and gender diverse people report negative and in some cases harmful experiences …

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Accessing healthcare during COVID-19 — TransHub

WebAccess to mental health care. Your mental health is especially important during times of stress and uncertainty. Making time for looking after your regular mental health needs, …

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Medical — TransHub

WebGoing to the doctor is a necessary part of life for most of us. For trans and gender diverse people, medically affirming our gender involves hormones and/or surgical intervention, …

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Doctor List — TransHub

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Unhealthy relationships — TransHub

WebNot every relationship that has bad days, moments, hiccups, or stresses is unhealthy. People in relationships sometimes fight, or blow up at one another, or take out an …

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Clinicians — TransHub

WebTrans and gender diverse people require healthcare and support just like everyone else. Our clinical needs may differ from that of our cisgender peers, both in how our identities are …

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Telehealth — TransHub

WebAs of mid 2020, changes have been made to how telehealth services are provided. It is now required that patients have had at least one in person consultation in the past 12 months …

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Orchiectomy — TransHub

WebAn orchiectomy, or bilateral orchiectomy, is a procedure that surgically removes the testes. Orchiectomies are typically sought by trans people who were presumed male at birth (), …

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Pregnancy — TransHub

WebPregnancy is something that some people choose to do, and some of those people are trans. For some people, of all genders, pregnancy is an important part of their lives, and …

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Medicare — TransHub

WebMedicare is Australia’s universal healthcare system. For people who are eligible for Medicare, part or all of their medical costs may be subsidised, including GP visits, …

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Researchers — TransHub

WebIn addition to the two-step approach outlined above, research of trans populations may benefit from additional gender variables, such as genderqueer, trans man, trans woman, …

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