Which of the Following Is NOT Currently Recommended for the Treatment

question 178

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT currently recommended for the treatment of intersexed individuals?

• A) avoid surgery that might lead to feelings of mutilation
• B) avoid surgery that might lead to a reduction of sexual excitation
• C) wait until the individual is an adult and can choose treatment
• D) take whatever measures are necessary to avoid the development of a male identity

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Expectancy Violation Theory

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Intimate

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