The term "transgender" describes people whose gender identity differs from the sex they were assigned at birth. This identity is distinct from sexual orientation; a transgender person may identify as straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, or queer. Key Dimensions of Identity
: The process of changing one's physical or social attributes to align with their identity. Challenges and Resilience
: Gen Z and Millennials identify as LGBTQ+ at significantly higher rates than older generations.