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Happiness among young trans community in Scotland halves due to intolerance

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A survey by Youth Scotland reveals a significant decrease in happiness among the young trans community in Scotland, from 59% to 28%, citing an unacceptable level of intolerance. The report highlights the need for immediate action to protect the rights and well-being of trans young people in Scotland.

Youth Scotland showed happiness among the young trans community has halved from 2012 to 2022, from 59% to 28%, amid what it calls an “unacceptable” level of intolerance. Some participants reported experiencing transphobia, while others felt compelled to change their appearance for a “sense of security” in public. The survey also revealed that 72% of participants viewed transphobia as a major issue and 40% felt unsafe in public.

Dr Mhairi Crawford, chief executive of LGBT Youth Scotland, emphasized the need for immediate action to protect the rights and well-being of trans young people in Scotland. The report comes after calls to suspend the use of puberty blockers and hormones in Scotland following the Cass Review in England

 

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