ArticleThe International journal of eating disorders2024
The association between gender-affirming care and disordered eating in transgender and gender diverse individuals: Exploring appearance congruence and gender-related motivating factors for weight loss.
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- Differences in eating and body image disturbances and sociocultural stressors in sexual minoritized men by sexual self-labels.Discover mental health · 2026Article
- Experiences of disordered eating and exercise behaviors of neurodivergent, gender diverse youth: A scoping review.International journal of transgender health · 2026Review
- Body Image, Disordered Eating, and Eating Disorders in Gender Diverse Youth.Current pediatrics reports · 2025Article
- Prevalence of disordered eating behaviors varies at the intersection of gender identity and sexual orientation among sexual and gender minority youth.Journal of psychopathology and clinical science · 2025Article
- Prevalence of Disordered Eating Behaviors Among Sexual and Gender Minority Youth Varies at the Intersection of Gender Identity and Race/Ethnicity.The International journal of eating disorders · 2025Article
- Eating disorder symptomatology among transgender and gender-diverse individuals: a cross-sectional study.Journal of eating disorders · 2025Article
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Abstract
objectiveThe objective of this study is to explore between-group differences across different stages of gender-affirming care, and associations between appearance congruence, gender-related motivations for weight loss, and disordered eating in transgender and gender expansive (TGE) individuals.
methodA total of 160 TGE adults (aged 18-30) were recruited across the United States. Participants completed a comprehensive online survey. Data were analyzed using generalized linear models and bivariate correlations.
resultsSignificant differences in appearance congruence among participants at different transition stages were revealed, with the group that achieved their desired transition reporting the highest appearance congruence compared to all other groups. Furthermore, gender-related motivations for weight loss were significantly lower in individuals who achieved their desired transition compared to those with no plans to transition. DISCUSSION: Findings suggest significantly higher appearance congruence in those who achieved their desired transition compared to other groups, and individuals who attained their desired transition exhibited significantly reduced gender-related motivations for weight loss compared to those with no plans to transition. These findings underscore the potential psychological benefits associated with successful gender-affirming care, highlighting its role not only in fostering appearance congruence but also in mitigating gender-related motivations for weight loss among TGE individuals. Future research should include larger and more diverse samples, longitudinal designs, and considerations of other factors influencing body image outcomes in this population. PUBLIC SIGNIFICANCE: This study sheds light on the crucial relationship between gender-affirming care and body image outcomes in TGE individuals. Understanding how appearance congruence and gender-related motivations for weight loss are associated with disordered eating can inform tailored support and interventions. By recognizing the association of gender affirming care and well-being, healthcare providers can enhance care for TGE individuals.
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