Legislation that affects or discriminates against transgender and gender-diverse individuals can cause more psychological distress than personal experiences of discrimination, according to new Virginia Commonwealth University research published in the journal American Psychologist. The study also found that individuals with those identities experienced psychological distress from anti-transgender laws even if they lived in a state with legislation that is friendly toward transgender and gender-diverse individuals.
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Impact of Anti-Transgender Legislation on Psychological Well-being
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September 18, 2026
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New research from Virginia Commonwealth University indicates that anti-transgender legislation can lead to greater psychological distress than personal discrimination experiences. This finding is significant as it highlights the broader impact of such laws on transgender individuals, even in supportive states. Understanding these dynamics is crucial for assessing the human rights landscape in Iran, where LGBTQ+ rights are severely restricted.
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