Indigenous Two Spirit (2S) and gender diverse (GD) youth in the United States are a population distinct for their resilience and joy, despite the legacy of settler colonialism and present-day manifestations of historical traumas. The process of settler colonialism in North America instigated a transition from celebration of 2SGD identities to violence and discrimination, often associated with homophobia and transphobia.1-3 As a result of these processes, Indigenous 2SGD individuals disproportionately experience poor health outcomes compared to non-Indigenous GD individuals.3,4 Regarding mental health, Indigenous youth-and 2SGD youth in particular-experience mental health challenges due to the persistent impacts of historical trauma and systemic inequity.5,6 Mental health providers and professional organizations are responsible for understanding this context and acknowledging their roles within this legacy if they are to meet the unique needs of Indigenous 2SGD youth.

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庆祝美国土著双灵和性别多元化青年和青少年的心理健康


美国的土著双灵 （2S） 和性别多元化 （GD） 青年是一个以其韧性和快乐而独特的群体，尽管存在定居者殖民主义的遗留问题和当今历史创伤的表现。北美的定居者殖民主义过程引发了从庆祝 2SGD 身份到暴力和歧视的转变，这通常与同性恋恐惧症和跨性别恐惧症有关。1-3 由于这些过程，与非土著 GD 个体相比，土著 2SGD 个体的健康状况不佳。3,4 在心理健康方面，土著青年，尤其是 2SGD 青年，由于持续的影响而面临心理健康挑战5,6 心理健康提供者和专业组织有责任了解这一背景并承认他们在这一遗产中的作用，如果他们要满足土著 2SGD 青年的独特需求。