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Trans individuals' facilitative coping: An analysis of internal and external processes
Stephanie L Budge1, Mun Yuk Chin1, Laura P Minero1
1Department of Counseling Psychology, University of Wisconsin-Madison.
Journal of Counseling Psychology
|January 10, 2017
Summary
Trans individuals utilize facilitative coping strategies, including social support and personal growth, to navigate gender identity development and challenges. This study identifies key themes in their adaptive processes.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Sociology
- Gender Studies
Background:
- Existing research on transgender (trans) individuals often emphasizes negative experiences and identity development.
- There is a need to explore positive adaptation and coping mechanisms within the trans community.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine facilitative coping processes among trans-identified individuals.
- To understand how trans individuals adapt positively to challenges and seek personal growth.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study employing a grounded theory approach.
- In-depth examination of coping strategies used by 15 trans-identified participants.
- Operationalization of facilitative coping included seeking social support, skill development, behavioral changes, and personal growth.
Main Results:
- Nine overarching themes emerged: Accepting Support, Increasing Protection, Active Engagement, Seeking Social Interactions, Exploration, Self-Acceptance, Self-Efficacy, Embracing Change, and Utilization of Agency.
- A theoretical model highlighted the interplay of internal and external coping processes.
- These processes are crucial for gender identity development and stress navigation in trans individuals.
Conclusions:
- Facilitative coping is essential for positive adaptation and well-being among trans individuals.
- Internal and external coping mechanisms significantly influence gender identity development.
- Clinical strategies can be developed to support and implement these facilitative coping processes.
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