Cultural factors - gender identity

Question 1

Cultural factors: gender identity
Physical - general

Answer 1

• stress/ anxiety: confusion over gender identity can weaken immune system
• difficulty accessing appropriate healthcare: gender identity different to biological sex.

Question 2

Cultural factors: gender identity
Intellectual - general

Answer 2

• limited educational opportunities and career choices: stigma/ discrimination

Question 3

Cultural factors: gender identity
Emotional - general

Answer 3

• low self esteem: due to not feeling confident in their gender

Question 4

Cultural factors: gender identity
Social - general

Answer 4

• social isolation: discrimination and lack of acceptance
• increased support: individual connected and supported by LQBTQ+ community