Misgendering and experiences of stigma within health care settings for transgender individuals
Misgendering within the health care system can significantly affect the mental and physical health of transgender individuals
Keywords:
Delivery of healthcare; General practice; Health services; Healthcare disparities; Human rights; Patient safety; Social determinants of health.
Abstract:
Misgendering occurs when a person is addressed or described using language that does not match their gender identity. Misgendering within the health care system can significantly affect the mental and physical health of transgender (hereafter trans) individuals and can negatively impact future engagement with the health care system. Systemic policies and practices create situations which increase the likelihood of misgendering and experience of stigma, affecting the delivery of health care to trans individuals.