Resilience amid Adversity: A Qualitative Narrative Study of Childhood Sexual Abuse Among Bangladeshi Transgender Individuals.

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Abstract
Childhood sexual abuse (CSA) is a prevalent form of violence against children, associated with profound negative impacts on survivors' health and well-being. In Bangladesh, sociocultural and economic barriers hinder CSA prevention and intervention, particularly for vulnerable populations such as transgender individuals. This study explores the experiences of CSA among Bangladeshi transgender individuals, focusing on their coping mechanisms and resilience-building strategies. A qualitative narrative approach was employed, using life story-telling interviews with four transgender CSA survivors, and data were analyzed thematically. The findings reveal significant challenges, including social exclusion, humiliation, and lack of family support. Participants reported experiencing physical injuries, mental trauma, and loss of trust due to CSA, while the conservative nature of Bangladeshi society often prevented them from disclosing their abuse or seeking healthcare. These barriers exacerbate health inequalities among gender-minority children. Despite these adversities, participants described engaging in resilience-building strategies such as self-care, personal development, advocacy, and efforts to derive meaning from their experiences, while highlighting the perceived importance of family support. This study provides insights into the unique experiences of transgender CSA survivors in Bangladesh and calls for efforts towards gender-inclusive education, mental health support, and further research to address CSA-related adversity, encourage disclosure, and promote health equity for gender-minority groups.
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Authors Yeasmin, Sanzida; Infanti, Jennifer J
Journal International journal of environmental research and public health
Year 2025
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10.3390/ijerph22040615
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resilience trauma bangladesh advocacy transgender coping mechanisms childhood sexual abuse abuse disclosure

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