Some Recent Research Examining John Money's Protocol in the Handling

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Multiple Choice

Some recent research examining John Money's protocol in the handling of intersex individuals reveals

• A)that individuals who were treated before 18 months of age grew up to be relatively healthy and well-adjusted.
• B)that individuals who were treated before 18 months of age are not all that happy with what was done with them.
• C)severe mental health problems with intersex individuals who were not treated when they were young.
• D)the flexibility of Money's protocol in being able to adjust to the demands of one's gender role.

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