Summary
A new study reveals that fewer young Americans are identifying as transgender or queer, with many returning to identifying as heterosexual. The researchers suggest that changes in mental health after the COVID-19 pandemic might play a role, rather than political or cultural influences.
Key Facts
- The study shows a decline in young Americans identifying as transgender or queer between 2023 and 2025.
- Researchers used several surveys, including those from universities and academic polls, for their analysis.
- The number of students identifying as non-binary dropped 3 to 6 percent from 2023 to 2025.
- Identification as heterosexual remains lower than in 2020 but shows an increase compared to past years.
- Bisexual identification rose from 10 to 17 percent from 2020 to 2023 but fell to 12 percent by 2025.
- The study suggests a decline in young people's identification with terms like "trans" and "queer."
- Mental health concerns after the pandemic are suggested as contributing factors to these trends.
- Political and cultural stability from 2023 to 2025 appeared to have little effect on these changes.
