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Chest Binding in Transmasculine Youth: A Qualitative Study
Jamie E Mehringer1, Jacqueline B Harrison2, Kit M Quain3
1Department of Pediatrics, University of Rochester School of Medicine and Dentistry, Rochester, New York.
Summary
Chest binding helps transmasculine youth affirm their identity and improve daily functioning. This practice can decrease chest dysphoria, boost confidence, and enhance overall well-being for adolescents.
Area of Science:
- Gender studies
- Adolescent health
- Psychology
Background:
- Chest binding is a common practice among transmasculine youth.
- Understanding the experiences and perceptions of chest binding is crucial for supporting this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore transmasculine youths' experiences with and perceptions of chest binding.
- To identify the role of chest binding in identity development and daily functioning.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative study involving semistructured interviews with transmasculine youth (N=30) from a pediatric gender clinic.
- Thematic analysis using a modified grounded theory approach with high inter-rater reliability (0.93).
Main Results:
- Participants reported starting chest binding at a mean age of 13.8 years.
- Key themes included binding's role in identity development, challenges in obtaining binding guidance, and physical effects.
- A conceptual model was developed for the psychological and functional impacts of chest binding.
Conclusions:
- Transmasculine youth utilize chest binding to engage more fully in daily activities.
- Chest binding may serve as an accessible method for self-affirmation, reducing chest dysphoria, increasing confidence, and improving functioning.
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