Smooth transitions: Adapting to new roles for transgender individuals

Abstract

Outcomes: Define transgender and understand the occupational challenges associated with the gender-affirming transition process. Discuss the impact of the knowledge gap in gender-inclusive care, as well as the barriers to accessing healthcare services for transgender individuals. Acquire knowledge from current research and apply to occupational therapy interventions for transitioning transgender individuals in the process of new role assumption PICO Question: How can occupational therapists utilize interventions within their scope of practice (I) to promote positive transitions to new occupational roles (O) for individuals who are transgender (P)