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Gender dysphoria
Gender dysphoria is a feeling of distress that someone may experience because of a mismatch between their biological sex & gender identity.
This distress can further worsen when they get misgendered, stigmatised & isolated.
People with gender dysphoria commonly identify as transgender.
Treatment for gender dysphoria involves transitioning & therapy.
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Supporting those who transition
For those who know someone who is transgender and/or considering transitioning:
- Educate yourself about gender and gender transitioning.
- Respect transgender individuals by using their correct pronouns & chosen name.
- Don't invalid...
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Social Transitioning
Social transitioning may include:
- Coming out to loved ones as transgender.
- Changing their name to one that expresses their true gender and makes them feel comfortable.
- Using pronouns that match their desired gender.
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Diagnosis of gender dysphoria
The diagnosis of gender dysphoria is typically done by mental health professionals who follow the guidelines provided by the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5).
Diagnosti...
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Gender Transitioning
Gender Transitioning is a process transgender people undergo to align with their gender identity. It is part of the treatment for gender dysphoria and can help
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Medical Transitioning (Hormone therapy)
Hormone therapy is the administration of hormonal medications to align secondary sexual characteristics with gender identity.
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Medical Transitioning (Gender affirmation surgery)
Gender affirmation surgery is a procedure of altering a transgender person's physical appearance & functional abilities to those of their gender identity.
- Feminization surgery includes
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