Transgender People Have Drastically Higher Risk of Suicide, Study Finds

Transgender people in Denmark are nearly eight times more likely to attempt suicide and over three times more likely to die by suicide compared to the general population according to a landmark study.
The study analyzed national suicide data for transgender people in Denmark and found that they face significantly higher risk of suicide attempts and deaths compared to others in the country.
Transgender people face higher rates of minority stress including discrimination and social exclusion which contribute to the higher suicide risk according to experts.
Transgender people who seek gender-affirming care like hormone therapy tend to have lower suicide risk showing the importance of inclusivity and support.
While the study was conducted in Denmark, experts say the findings likely apply to transgender people in other countries who face similar discrimination and barriers to healthcare.