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Child abuse victimization among transgender and gender ... - PubMed

15 Oct 2019 — Those who are transgender and those who display gender nonconforming traits in childhood are at risk for child abuse and sequelae. National Institutes of Health (.gov)

: In a study of Cambodian "ladyboys," 40% reported physical assault and 55% reported being forced to have sex against their wishes within a 12-month period . ladyboy abuse

: There are high rates of substance use often linked to the stress of sex work or coping with discrimination .

: Due to limited access to formal healthcare, many use excessive estrogen supplements without medical supervision or undergo invasive, unsafe procedures like subcutaneous silicone injections to achieve a more feminine appearance . Legal and Social Context Child abuse victimization among transgender and gender

: Over one-third of those reporting physical assault cited police as the perpetrators .

Research indicates high levels of victimization among this population, particularly those in the sex trade: : There are high rates of substance use

: Many experience systemic abuse such as loss of employment (39%) and denial of housing (20%) .