Journal article
Reinforcing or Disrupting Gender Affirmation: The Impact of Cancer on Transgender Embodiment and Identity
JM Ussher, R Power, K Allison, S Sperring, C Parton, J Perz, C Davies, T Cook, AJ Hawkey, KH Robinson, M Hickey, A Anazodo, C Ellis
Archives of Sexual Behavior | SPRINGER/PLENUM PUBLISHERS | Published : 2023
Abstract
There is a pressing need for greater understanding and focus on cancer survivorship and informal cancer caring of trans people (binary and non-binary), across tumor types, to inform culturally safe trans inclusive cancer information and care. This qualitative study, part of the mixed methods Out with Cancer project, examined experiences of trans embodiment and identity after cancer diagnosis and treatment. We drew on open-ended survey responses from 63 trans cancer survivors and 23 trans cancer carers, as well as interviews and a photo-elicitation activity with a subset of 22 participants (15 cancer survivors, 7 cancer carers). Reflexive thematic analysis identified three themes: Cancer enha..
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Awarded by Prostate Cancer Foundation
Funding Acknowledgements
This study was funded by the Australian Research Council Linkage Program grant [LP170100644], the Cancer Council New South Wales, and Prostate Cancer Foundation Australia, with in-kind support provided by National LGBTI Health Alliance, ACON, Breast Cancer Network Australia, Sydney Children's Hospital Network, and Canteen.