Hector Is 15 Years Old and Does Not Identify with His

question 195

Multiple Choice

Hector is 15 years old and does not identify with his biological sex. Although there is some controversy about the classification, the DSM-IV would categorize Hector as having:

• A) sexual-identity disorder.
• B) gender-role disorder.
• C) gender-identity disorder.
• D) sexual-orientation disorder.

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Definitions:

Genetic Mutations

Changes or alterations in the DNA sequence of an organism's genome, which can lead to variations in physical traits or cause diseases.

Human Existence

The state or fact of living or being alive; particularly relevant to the unique experiences of being human.

Germ Cells

Reproductive cells that give rise to sperm and ova, which are essential for sexual reproduction and the transfer of genetic information to offspring.

Zygotes

The initial cell formed when a new organism is produced by the fusion of an egg and sperm cell, marking the start of development.