It Has Been Argued That Issues Around Gender Identity and Sexual

question 9

Multiple Choice

It has been argued that issues around gender identity and sexual orientation should only be considered a mental disorder if:

• A) the individual has been formally evaluated by a mental health professional.
• B) these issues cause the person significant distress or interfere with their ability to function.
• C) the individual believes they have a mental disorder.
• D) they want insurance to pay for their treatment.

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Definitions:

Natural Killer

A type of lymphocyte (white blood cell) part of the innate immune system, responsible for the destruction of infected and cancerous cells.

Monoclonal Antibodies

Laboratory-produced molecules engineered to serve as substitute antibodies that can restore, enhance, or mimic the immune system's attack on cells, including cancer cells.

B Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a vital role in the immune system, particularly in the production of antibodies to neutralize pathogens.

Antigens

Substances that provoke an immune response when detected by the body, typically proteins or polysaccharides found on the surface of pathogens.