1-47The Most Recent Studies of Satisfactory Outcome from Sex Reassignment

question 63

Multiple Choice

1-47.The most recent studies of satisfactory outcome from sex reassignment surgery find

• A)most individuals are satisfied
• B)few individuals are satisfied
• C)satisfaction depends upon whether the operation involves a male-to-female or a female-to-male change.
• D)satisfaction depends on the length of time that individuals live as the gender they wish to become prior to the surgery.

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-stage response (alarm, resistance, exhaustion) to stress theorized by Hans Selye, illustrating how stress affects the body over time.

Hans Selye

A pioneering Hungarian-Canadian endocrinologist known for his research on the stress response.

Exhaustion Stage

The final stage of the stress response, where the body can no longer resist the stressors and may lead to burnout or health problems.

Chronic Headaches

Persistent and recurring headaches that can significantly impact an individual's quality of life.