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Hector J Peguero1, Dionne P Stephens1, Jacqueline Duong1
1Department of Psychology, Florida International University, Miami, FL 33199, USA.
Abstract:
Latin transgender and gender-diverse (LTGGD) individuals experienced the public health measures mandated during the COVID-19 pandemic in unique ways. Intersecting ethnic and gender-identifying frameworks contributes to differing access, support, and well-being observations. The aim of this study was to examine emerging adult LTGGD individuals' perceptions of their health and well-being experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic in South Florida. Interviews were conducted with nine self-identifying LTGGD individuals. Using a thematic analysis, a total of three major themes were identified as shaping the participants' experiences and perceptions of health during COVID-19, including (a) healthcare interactions, (b) challenges, and (c) opportunities. Some of the participants were mixed in their perceptions of their well-being during the COVID-19 pandemic; negative concerns included the inability to access general and transgender/gender-diverse specific health services. However, others note that they were happy that the pandemic allowed them to avoid contexts where they regularly experienced microaggressions due to their identities. Additionally, various participants were able to use this time of isolation to identify providers with greater knowledge about LTGGD health needs. These findings highlight the importance of providing culturally competent and humility-centered skills to healthcare providers and others supporting the LTGGD population's well-being.
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