Paul Vasey, from the University of Lethbridge, Is One of Many

question 26

Multiple Choice

Paul Vasey, from the University of Lethbridge, is one of many individuals who support which of the following positions?

• A)The dysphoria in gender dysphoria is mainly caused by lack of acceptance.
• B)Removing gender dysphoria from the DSM-5 is paramount.
• C)Removal of gender dysphoria from the DSM-5 will cause many issues including lack of medical coverage for gender transitions.
• D)Gender identity issues are a major psychiatric problem.

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