Understanding the lived experiences of transitioning adults with gender dysphoria in the United Kingdom: an interpretative phenomenological analysis

  • Nicola Harrison
  • , Lisa Jacobs
  • , Adrian Parke*
  • *Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

This study aimed to gain an in-depth understanding of the lived experiences of adults with gender dysphoria seeking treatment in the UK. Two transgender males and six transgender females participated. Data were collected via semi-structured interviews and analyzed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. Analysis of the transcripts revealed three superordinate themes: “Accessing Healthcare Services,” “Searching for Acceptance,” and “Impact of Gender Dysphoria on Psychological Wellbeing” that represented the experiences for this population. It is concluded that there is a substantial need for counseling support during and after the treatment-seeking process within the UK.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)38-55
Number of pages18
JournalJournal of LGBT Issues in Counseling
Volume14
Issue number1
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 18 Feb 2020

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

  1. SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
    SDG 3 Good Health and Well-being

Keywords

  • Gender
  • Transgender
  • Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis
  • LGBT+

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