Medical and Psychosocial Support for Trans and Gender-Diverse Adolescents

Trans and gender diverse young people face significant barriers to accessing gender-affirming care — and the consequences for their mental health and wellbeing can be profound. Part of Ausmed's Igniting Change Community Series with Transcend Australia, this lecture explores the different ways gender affirmation can occur, from social and legal affirmation through to medical interventions such as puberty blockers and hormone therapy. It outlines the specific challenges facing adolescents in Australia, explains the psychosocial needs of trans and gender diverse young people, and highlights the protective role of peer connection and family support.

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