Asked by PerRy Ahuja on Jun 08, 2024

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According to the fifth edition of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual,which of the following is a recognized psychological disorder?

A) being intersex
B) having gender dysphoria
C) being transgender
D) asexuality

Gender Dysphoria

A psychological condition involving distress or discomfort due to a discrepancy between a person's gender identity and their sex assigned at birth.

Psychological Disorder

A condition characterized by abnormal thoughts, feelings, or behaviors that cause distress or impairment to the individual or those around them.

American Psychiatric Association

A professional organization of psychiatrists dedicated to advocating for the patients and profession, maintaining professional standards, and promoting research.

  • Recognize the difficulties encountered by people whose gender identity or expression contradicts societal expectations, and comprehend the notion of gender dysphoria.
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Isabelle UccelliniJun 10, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Gender dysphoria is recognized as a psychological disorder in the fifth edition of the American Psychiatric Association's Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM-5). It describes the distress a person experiences as a result of the sex and gender they were assigned at birth not matching their gender identity.