: This review tracks the transformative shift in how sociology views transgender people—moving from a paradigm of "gender deviance" (1970s–90s) to one of "gender difference." It cites foundational work like Harold Garfinkel's 1967 study and more modern analyses of "doing gender".

For a broader exploration of the topic, you might also look into the from Duke University Press, which is the first non-medical journal dedicated to transgender studies. Expanding Notions of LGBTQ+ - PMC - NIH

: This study frames LGBTQIA+ communities as collectivist communities that transcend geography. It discusses how shared values and community resources help mitigate the stress of living in hostile environments.

: Using data from the National Transgender Discrimination Survey, this paper analyzes how visible gender nonconformity can lead to heightened discrimination and subsequent health-harming behaviors, emphasizing the impact of social stigma.