The Relationship Between Adverse Childhood Expereinces and Mental Health Issues Among Transgender Individuals in Kenya _data

  

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Research Abstract

Introduction: This study sought to examine the relationship between adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) and mental health issues among transgender individuals in Kenya namely, psychological distress, suicidal ideation and perceived social support. 

Methods: The study utilized a descriptive and correlational design with a sample size of 55 transgender people selected from Nairobi, Mombasa and Kisumu. Self-report online questionnaire was used to collect data on adverse childhood experiences, the level of psychological distress, suicidal ideation and perceived social support. The data collected was analysed using Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) version 25. 

Results: The results indicated that transgender individuals in Kenya have high exposure to ACEs, high levels of psychological distress, significant risk of suicide and moderate perceived social support. A significant strong positive relationship was found between ACEs and psychological distress and similarly between ACEs and suicidal ideation. A significant strong negative relationship was found between ACEs and perceived social support. 

Conclusion: The study concludes that adverse childhood experiences strongly influence mental health of transgender people in adulthood.