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Journal of Psychosocial Nursing and Mental Health Services
|September 1, 1995
Summary
Gender identity disorder involves a mismatch between assigned sex and gender identity. This condition affects individuals, including transsexuals and those with intersex conditions, impacting their sense of self and physical characteristics.
Area of Science:
- Psychiatry
- Endocrinology
- Genetics
Background:
- Gender identity disorder is characterized by incongruence between assigned sex at birth and an individual's gender identity.
- A significant portion of individuals identifying as transsexual are males experiencing a feminine gender identity, often accompanied by distress regarding their biological sex characteristics.
Purpose of the Study:
- To define and differentiate gender identity disorders, transsexualism, and intersexuality.
- To elucidate the core features and common presentations of these conditions.
Main Methods:
- Clinical observation and diagnostic criteria review.
- Analysis of patient demographics and psychological profiles.
Main Results:
- Gender identity disorder primarily involves incongruence between assigned sex and gender identity.
- The majority of transsexual individuals are males with a congruent feminine gender identity, experiencing aversion to masculine features.
- Intersexuality is defined by the presence of ambiguous genitalia at birth, influencing gender identity development.
Conclusions:
- Gender identity disorders encompass a spectrum of conditions related to sex and gender identity.
- Understanding these distinctions is crucial for accurate diagnosis and appropriate care.
- Intersex conditions present unique challenges in gender assignment and identity formation.