Prevalence of substance use and food insecurity among transgender and gender diverse college students

Puntos clave

• Substance use and food insecurity are prevalent issues among transgender and gender diverse students, indicating a critical gap in support services.
• Effective prevention programs should be tailored specifically to the needs of transgender and gender diverse students to address these disparities.
• Analysis shows the necessity of developing treatment strategies focused on the unique challenges faced by this population.
• Addressing food insecurity and substance use in transgender and gender diverse college students could significantly improve their overall well-being.