Psychological Wellbeing

Most gender diverse children have healthy levels of psychological well–being. Nevertheless, many face a lack of social acceptance and experience lower psychological well–being.  

For those who do, they face challenges such as depression, anxiety, aggression and identity– related stress. In some cases, they may express suicidal thoughts or engage in self-harming behaviours. Gender-diverse children experience such challenges at rates that are 2-3 times greater than other children. 

Overall, the level of mental health support needed for gender–diverse children is often overlooked, misunderstood, and misrepresented, which may leave these issues unaddressed, and perpetuate poor well– being.