Sex vs Gender
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Sex vs Gender

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Which of the following is true about gender dysphoria?

  • It is a condition that can be treated with medication.
  • It is a condition that only affects children.
  • It is a diagnosis focused on distress or discomfort rather than identity. (correct)
  • It is a common condition affecting a significant portion of the population.

    • What is the prevalence rate of gender dysphoria?

  • 80% to 90%
  • 50% to 60%
  • 10% to 20%
  • 0.002% to 0.014% (correct)

    • Why was the diagnosis of gender identity disorder changed to gender dysphoria in DSM-5?

  • To make it more difficult to access medical treatments.
  • To increase stigma associated with the condition.
  • To diminish stigma associated with the condition. (correct)
  • To make it easier to diagnose.

    • What are adolescents and adults with gender dysphoria at increased risk for?

    <p>Anxiety, depression, and suicidal behaviors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of diagnosing gender dysphoria?

    <p>To diminish stigma associated with the condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the diagnosis of gender dysphoria in children and in adolescents and adults?

    <p>There are separate criteria for children and adolescents/adults.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the prevalence rates of gender dysphoria?

    <p>They are likely underestimated due to capturing data in specialty clinics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of changing the name of the diagnosis of gender identity disorder to gender dysphoria?

    <p>To help individuals access medical treatments and insurance coverage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the clinical focus of a diagnosis of gender dysphoria?

    <p>Distress or discomfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is necessary to access medical treatments for gender dysphoria?

    <p>A diagnosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which term refers to the biological indicators of male and female as they relate to sex chromosomes and internal and external genitalia?

    <p>Sex</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does gender refer to?

    <p>Societal indicators of roles ascribed to boys, girls, men, and women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does gender assignment typically occur?

    <p>At birth, following inspection of the infant’s genitalia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is gender identity?

    <p>One’s personal experience of being a girl, boy, woman, man, or other gender</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is gender dysphoria?

    <p>The experience of dissatisfaction, anxiety, and distress associated with a gender assignment that does not match an individual’s gender identity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might a child assigned male at birth with gender dysphoria prefer?

    <p>To dress in traditional girls’ clothing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might a young person with gender dysphoria do when signs of puberty appear?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might individuals with gender dysphoria seek?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what age was Jazz Jennings diagnosed with gender dysphoria?

    <p>Five</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mismatch between gender assignment and gender identity referred to as?

    <p>Gender dysphoria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a risk factor associated with gender dysphoria?

    <p>Low self-esteem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of diagnosing gender dysphoria?

    <p>To access medical treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the prevalence rate of gender dysphoria?

    <p>0.002% to 0.014%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main difference between the diagnosis of gender dysphoria in children and in adolescents and adults?

    <p>Different criteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the clinical focus of a diagnosis of gender dysphoria?

    <p>Distress or discomfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of changing the name of the diagnosis of gender identity disorder to gender dysphoria in DSM-5?

    <p>To diminish stigma</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might individuals with gender dysphoria seek?

    <p>Counseling</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about the prevalence rates of gender dysphoria?

    <p>They may be modest underestimates</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might a young person with gender dysphoria do when signs of puberty appear?

    <p>Seek medical intervention</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of diagnosing gender dysphoria?

    <p>To access medical treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the distinction between sex and gender?

    <p>Sex refers to the biological indicators of male and female, while gender refers to societal indicators of roles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is gender identity?

    <p>The personal experience of being a girl, boy, woman, man, or other gender.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is gender dysphoria?

    <p>The experience of dissatisfaction, anxiety, and distress associated with a gender assignment that does not match an individual’s gender identity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When does gender assignment typically occur?

    <p>During infancy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might a child assigned male at birth with gender dysphoria prefer?

    <p>Dressing in traditional girls’ clothing, showing strong interest in feminine role models, and playing with dolls and kitchen sets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might a young person with gender dysphoria do when signs of puberty appear?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mismatch between gender assignment and gender identity referred to as?

    <p>Gender dysphoria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might individuals with gender dysphoria seek?

    <p>Both sex reassignment surgery and hormone-suppressing medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of diagnosing gender dysphoria?

    <p>To provide individuals with gender dysphoria access to medical treatments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can be inferred about gender dysphoria?

    <p>It is a common condition</p> Signup and view all the answers

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