The primary focus on the overall higher risk for poor psychosocial and health outcomes has overshadowed inquiries into general psychological processes that might support the psychological well-being of trans- gender and nonbinary individuals (TNB). Using self-determination theory to assess basic psychological needs (BPN) satisfaction and recent findings about the importance of authenticity to T…
Grief and loss perspectives are frequently used in clinical and nonclinical (e.g.. parent-facilitated support groups) settings to support families who are navigating awareness or disclosure of a child's diverse gender identity (ie., as transgender or nonbinary [TNB]). Little to no research has examined the mental health consequences of TNB youth of having parents and caregivers conceptualize th…