Comparative study of trans* healthcare models in Catalonia.

ABSTRACT: Stigma and discrimination against the trans* community have been shown to exacerbate mental health issues among its members. In Catalonia, the Gender Identity Unit at the Clinic's Hospital traditionally adhered to a biomedical model (BMM) of health for trans* individuals. However, a few years ago, the Transit Service introduced a biopsychosocial model (BPSM). This observational cohort study explores the mental health effects in BMM compared to BPSM centers for trans* individuals. A web-based survey was employed to gather essential data, such as socio-demographics information, and mental health outcomes. All data was analyzed from the BPSM group (n = 81) and the BMM group (n = 21). The BPSM group exhibited statistically significant lower odds of experiencing emotional distress (p < 0.001).

SUBMITTER: Presague-Pecina M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11414487 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature