Health Communication in an Era of Disinformation: Perceived Source Credibility Among Transgender and Gender Diverse Individuals

Publication Date

1-1-2024

Document Type

Article

Publication Title

Journal of Health Communication

Volume

29

Issue

7

DOI

10.1080/10810730.2024.2361362

First Page

432

Last Page

439

Abstract

This study examines perceived source credibility of health information in a moment of TGD health disinformation. Through thematic analysis of in-depth interviews with 30 transgender and gender diverse (TGD) individuals, findings suggest health information is marred by anti-TGD legislation, a sociopolitical force that bleeds into health information spaces. Disinformation and TGD health communication are intertwined in complex ways, whereby disinformation can undermine trust in healthcare institutions, lead to harmful behaviors, and contribute to the spread of diseases. Health communication practitioners need to center the safety and humanity of TGD people, addressing TGD health disinformation.

Department

Computer Science

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