Trans/Gender/Sexuality: A Research Agenda

This paper discusses a research agenda for trans (transgender and transsexual) experience in the U.S., both how and what to study. As the field of trans studies develops, researchers should primarily utilize a community-based participatory action research model. Research remaining to be done includes: documenting the size of trans communities across the U.S., exploring the short and long-term effects of hormonal and surgical interventions, studies that focus on resiliency and wellness (i.e., those who are able to fend off pathology), explorations of who is likely to oppress or discriminate against trans people, and the legal issues faced by trans people. (C) 2005 by The Haworth Press, Inc. All rights reserved.