transgender youth

Transgender youth are young people whose gender identity—their inner sense of who they are—differs from the sex they were assigned at birth. For example, someone assigned female at birth may identify as male, or vice versa. This experience can involve feelings of gender dysphoria, a discomfort with their assigned sex, which may impact their mental health and well-being. Supportive environments, including affirmation of their gender identity, access to appropriate medical care when needed, and affirmation from family and community, are crucial for their healthy development and overall well-being.