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Research on extremely young transgender and non-binary individuals is limited, but existing studies suggest that these individuals face unique challenges. A study published in the Journal of Adolescent Health found that transgender youth are more likely to experience depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation compared to their cisgender peers (Holt-Lunstad et al., 2014). Another study published in the Journal of Pediatrics found that non-binary youth are more likely to experience social isolation and bullying (Olson et al., 2016). extremely young ladyboy
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