Projects

Multiple studies have identified a significant over-representation of autism among transgender children and adolescents. This project therefore aims to investigate the long-term outcomes of autistic transgender children and adolescents previously seen in a specialized gender identity service who are now adults. With information about their gender identity development over time, mental health outcomes, and health care experiences we hope to ultimately improve the care for the autistic individuals seen in gender identity services worldwide.

By writing and publication of an educational book for girls from 7 to 10 years old, about their vulva, attributing to positive feelings about this part of their body.

This study aims to contribute to the improvement of the sexual health of children and young people, by increasing insight into the role of parents in the positive sexual development and the prevention of negative sexual experiences of their child(ren), and how this role of parents can be strengthened.

The aim of the project is to increase knowledge and improve communication on sexual and romantic development of young people with a psychiatric condition by their mental healthcare providers.

An evidence-based manual for Vil Du?!, a non-verbal communication app in which children can show the therapist what happened to them.

An intervention on diversity for literature classes.

In the survey Sex under 25 (Rutgers and Soa Aids Netherlands, 2017) young people rated the sexuality education they received in Dutch schools as mediocre (5.8 on a scale of one to ten). In this qualitative study, Rutgers wants to deepen the understanding of what young people themselves voice as their needs.

Puberty blocking treatment in transgender adolescents is a reversible treatment which suppresses puberty development. However, many transgender adolescents seem to experience puberty blockers as the first ‘necessary’ medical step of gender affirming treatment with no way of return.  The aim of the current study is to increase the awareness of the care for transgender adolescents regarding puberty blockers and improve the decision making process. 

Sexual health promotion for adolescents with an intersex condition. This project is a collaboration between clinical professionals and peer support groups, and aims to gain knowledge on this subject and wherever required, develop accessible information material.