States with policies allowing trans girls to play sports have seen increased rates of sports participation by cis girls.

Letting trans kids play sports also improves their physical health. Trans kids have worse physical health than their peers—including higher rates of obesity and of risk factors for cardiovascular ...

Trans kids at inclusive schools are also less likely to experience harassment and victimization. For all adolescents, participating in a sports team can reduce anxiety, depression, and feelings of ...

For example, California and Connecticut, which have allowed trans kids to play sports on the team of their choice, have seen participation of all girls increase.

Life Playing sports is good for trans kids’ mental health The results of a new study imply anti-trans sports bans could have disastrous consequences.

For all adolescents, participating in a sports team can reduce anxiety, depression, and feelings of loneliness. Letting trans kids play sports also improves their physical health.

Dr. Ashvin Sood, a child and adolescent psychiatrist with SSM Health, said one of the most effective tools for teaching kids about privacy and security is also one of the simplest: role playing.