Intimate Partner Violence and Transgender Older Adults' Health
Author Information
Author(s): Hoy-Ellis Charles, Jung Hailey, Cook-Daniels Loree, Kim Hyun-Jun, Fredriksen-Goldsen Karen
Primary Institution: University of Washington School of Social Work
Hypothesis
This study seeks to explore the connections between intimate partner violence (IPV), victimization, social resources, and mental health outcomes within transgender older adults.
Conclusion
Transgender older adults experience intimate partner violence at over double the rate of their non-transgender peers, which significantly impacts their mental health.
Supporting Evidence
- Transgender respondents experienced IPV at over double the rate of their non-transgender counterparts (16% vs. 7%).
- IPV strongly correlates with increased victimization and internalized stigma among transgender individuals.
- IPV significantly predicted mental health quality of life and depressive symptomatology.
Takeaway
Transgender older adults face more violence than their non-transgender friends, which makes them feel sad and unhealthy.
Methodology
The study analyzed cross-sectional data from a national survey involving lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender adults aged 50 to 95 years.
Participant Demographics
Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender adults aged 50 to 95 years, with a specific focus on 167 transgender respondents.
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