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Evaluating transgender youth and parent interest and preferences regarding support groups
Shauna Marie Lawlis1, Patrick Butler1, Amy Middleman1
1University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center, Oklahoma City, OK, USA.
Global Pediatric Health
|September 23, 2020
Summary
Transgender teens and their parents show moderate interest in support groups, citing benefits like peer support and resource navigation. Time constraints emerged as a key barrier for both groups.
Area of Science:
- Social Sciences
- Psychology
- Family Studies
Background:
- Support groups are crucial for transgender youth and their families.
- Understanding preferences is key to effective program development.
- Existing research may not fully capture family-centered needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess transgender teens' and parents' interest in support groups.
- To identify preferred characteristics and potential barriers for these groups.
- To compare the perspectives of teens and parents.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional survey design.
- Convenience sampling of 26 transgender teens (ages 13-18) and 20 parents.
- Data collection via de-identified surveys.
Main Results:
- High interest levels noted: 7.20/10 for youth, 7.95/10 for parents.
- Shared perceived benefits include managing school issues, accessing resources, and peer support.
- Common barrier identified by both groups: lack of time.
Conclusions:
- Both transgender youth and parents express moderate interest in support groups.
- Tailored group structures may be needed for youth and parents separately.
- Comprehensive support may require integrating groups with other services.
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