Abstract This study aimed to gain an in-depth understanding of the lived experiences of adults with gender dysphoria seeking treatment in the UK. Two transgender males and six transgender females participated. Data were collected via semi-structured interviews and analyzed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. Analysis of the transcripts revealed three superordinate themes: “Accessing Healthcare Services,” “Searching for Acceptance,” and “Impact of Gender Dysphoria on Psychological Wellbeing” that represented the experiences for this population. It is concluded that there is a substantial need for counseling support during and after the treatment-seeking process within the UK. Public significance: This study provides an insider’s account of the experience of seeking help and support from peer and familial groups, as well as healthcare providers, as an individual aiming to transition gender in the United Kingdom. This study highlights the feeling of neglect that individuals with Gender Dysphoria can experience when seeking care from the National Health Service (NHS), and the impact that this has on well-being.

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了解英国性别焦虑症成年人的生活经历：解释性现象学分析

摘要 本研究旨在深入了解在英国寻求治疗的成人性别焦虑症患者的生活经历。两名跨性别男性和六名跨性别女性参加。通过半结构化访谈收集数据，并使用解释性现象学分析进行分析。对成绩单的分析揭示了三个高级主题：“获得医疗保健服务”、“寻求接受”和“性别不安对心理健康的影响”，它们代表了这一人群的经历。结论是，在英国境内寻求治疗的过程中和之后，非常需要咨询支持。公共意义：这项研究提供了内部人士对寻求同伴和家庭团体帮助和支持的经历的描述，以及医疗保健提供者，作为旨在在英国转变性别的个人。这项研究强调了性别焦虑症患者在向国家医疗服务体系 (NHS) 寻求护理时可能会经历的忽视感，以及这对幸福感的影响。