Transsexualism: Syndrome or Symptom?
- 1 November 1987
- journal article
- other
- Published by SAGE Publications in The Canadian Journal of Psychiatry
- Vol. 32 (8) , 666-673
- https://doi.org/10.1177/070674378703200805
Abstract
The desire to identify with and assume the role of the opposite gender has been present with us since antiquity. Unfortunately, the syndrome of transsexualism as defined by the DSM-III encompasses many individuals who are seeking a gender change perhaps allowing reassignment to take place when not indicated. This paper reviews the major classifications applied to the condition of transsexualism and a new model of classification for individuals with Gender Dysphoria is outlined. It will be shown that by subdividing the condition into those with the hypothesized syndrome (primary (true) transsexualism, or the symptom, secondary transsexualism) a better understanding of gender dysphoria is achieved. By applying this new model of classification, a management/treatment protocol is outlined which is helpful in dealing with the gender dysphoric patient.Keywords
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