Abstract
The present study examined patterns in trans individuals' multiple identities and mental health outcomes. Cluster 1 (socioeconomic and racial privilege; n = 239) was characterized by individuals who identified as trans women or cross-dressers, lesbian, bisexual, or questioning; had associates degrees; reported household incomes of $60,000 or more a year; and were non-Latino White. Cluster 2 (educational privilege; n = 191) was characterized by individuals who identified as trans men or genderqueer, gay, or queer; had a bachelor's degree; reported household incomes of $10,000 or less a year; and were people of color. There was a pattern of individuals in Cluster 1 who identified with two privileged identities (identifying as White and having higher household incomes), whereas individuals in Cluster 2 identified only formal education as a privilege. Individuals in Cluster 2 reported statistically significant levels of anxiety. Implications of these results for future research and clinical practice are examined.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 1025-1049 |
Number of pages | 25 |
Journal | Counseling Psychologist |
Volume | 44 |
Issue number | 7 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - Oct 1 2016 |
Externally published | Yes |
Bibliographical note
Publisher Copyright:© The Author(s) 2016.
Keywords
- cluster analysis
- identity
- intersectionality
- privilege
- trans