While numerous studies have confirmed their increased susceptibility to mental health issues, and debate continues regarding the benefits and downsides of earlier hormone therapy and gender reassignment surgery, it is reassuring to see that gender affirming care can result in a reduction of depression and suicidality. 

Tordoff DM, Wanta JW, Collin A, Stepney C, Inwards-Breland DJ, Ahrens K. Mental Health Outcomes in Transgender and Nonbinary Youths Receiving Gender-Affirming Care. JAMA Netw Open. 2022;5(2):e220978. doi:10.1001/jamanetworkopen.2022.0978

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