About The Study: The results of this study demonstrate that without a supportive family environment, gender identity development increases the risk of transgender youth attempting suicide or running away from home. Social services and community resources to establish supportive relationships between transgender children and their parents are essential.
Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Travis Campbell, Ph.D., email campbelt1@sou.edu.
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(doi:10.1001/jamapediatrics.2024.2035)
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