Eating disorders in transgender and gender diverse people: characteristics, assessment, and management
Abstract
Gender minorities are at high risk for eating disorders. Future studies should assess what is the most appropriate treatment for transgender and gender diverse people with eating disorders.
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Eating Disorders and Behaviors Gender, Feminism, and Media LGBTQ Health, Identity, and PolicyCategories
Psychology Social Psychology Social SciencesTags
Anxiety Clinical psychology Disordered eating Eating disorders Environmental health Gender dysphoria Medicine Mental health Population Psychiatry Psychoanalysis Psychological intervention Psychology Sexual minority Sexual orientation Social psychology TransgenderSummaries and links are for general information and education only. They are not a substitute for reading the original publication or for professional medical, legal, or other advice. Always refer to the linked source for the full study.
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