Table 3.

Factor loadings of healthcare experiences on final two-factor solution

Item Description		Factor 1: Non-affirming Healthcare Experiences	Factor 2: Gender-Affirming Healthcare Experiences
Have you ever...	Felt disrespected by a HCP because of your gender	0.65
Has a health care provider ever...	Discouraged you from exploring your gender	0.63
	Inconsistently used or misused your name and preferred pronouns	0.59
	Refused to care for you because of your gender	0.41
	Refused to discuss or address gender related health concerns	0.72
	Told you they didn’t know enough about gender related care to provide it	0.50
	Hurtful or insulting language has been when discussing your gender	0.58
	Asked you what name and pronouns you would like to use		0.62
	Discussed that it is normal for people to explore their gender		0.67
	Asked if you wanted to talk about your gender		0.74
	Supported you in talking with your parent/guardian about your gender		0.65
	Asked you what terms you would like to use to describe parts of your body		0.52
	Connected you with a local organization or support group		0.65
	Connected you with an affirming mental health provider		0.52
	Connected you with another doctor or clinic where hormone blockers or puberty blockers are prescribed		0.52