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Study: Transgender Individuals Who Undergo Surgery Face Higher Risks of Mental Health Issues

Transgender individuals who undergo gender-affirming surgery are at a significantly higher risk for depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and substance use disorders...

[yourNEWS.com] The study, titled “Examining gender-specific mental health risks after gender-affirming surgery,” analyzed data from 107,583 patients between June 2014 and June 2024. Researchers concluded that while gender-affirming surgery may help individuals align with their gender identity, it is associated with increased mental health challenges.

“Gender-affirming surgery, while beneficial in affirming gender identity, is associated with increased risk of mental health issues, underscoring the need for ongoing, gender-sensitive mental health support for transgender individuals post-surgery,” the study states.

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