Exploring how social support affects the health of transgender and nonbinary individuals
A multidimensional investigation of social support for transgender and nonbinary people and its impacts on health and well-being: Measurement development using community engagement
This study is looking at how social support can help improve the mental health of transgender and nonbinary people, and it aims to find out what types of support work best for those who face challenges in their lives.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Wisconsin-Madison NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Madison, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11172536 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the health and well-being of transgender and nonbinary (TNB) individuals, focusing on the role of social support in mitigating mental health disparities. By engaging with the community, the study aims to identify effective types of social support that can improve health outcomes, particularly for those facing significant barriers. Researchers will collect data from a diverse group of TNB individuals through interviews, focus groups, and surveys to develop a comprehensive measure of social support tailored to this population.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are transgender and nonbinary individuals, particularly those who are people of color or face systemic barriers.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as transgender or nonbinary may not receive benefits from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved mental health outcomes and well-being for transgender and nonbinary individuals by identifying effective social support strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that social support can significantly improve mental health outcomes in various populations, suggesting that this approach may be effective for TNB individuals as well.
Where this research is happening
Madison, United States
- University of Wisconsin-Madison — Madison, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tebbe, Elliot — University of Wisconsin-Madison
- Study coordinator: Tebbe, Elliot
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.