NURS 6670 6670 Week 11 Gender Dysphoria
To prepare for this Discussion:
TOPIC IS GENDER DYSPHORIA
Select a gender dysphoria, that interests you.
Review the Learning Resources.
By Day 3
Post:
Explain the diagnostic criteria for the gender dysphoria, paraphilic disorder, or sexual dysfunction you selected.
Explain the evidenced-based psychotherapy and psychopharmacologic treatment for the gender dysphoria, paraphilic disorder, or sexual dysfunction you selected.
Support your rationale with references to the Learning Resources or other academic resource.
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Gender dysphoria is a condition in which a person experiences distress or discomfort as a result of the sex and gender they were assigned at birth. This distress may manifest as feelings of unease or discomfort with their body or the gender roles associated with their sex, and can cause significant emotional distress and impairment in daily life.
The treatment for gender dysphoria may involve a combination of therapy, hormone therapy, and/or surgery. The goal of treatment is to help the individual feel more comfortable and at ease in their body and to reduce their distress and other symptoms. Treatment is often provided by a team of healthcare professionals with expertise in gender dysphoria and may include therapists, doctors, and other healthcare providers.
It is important to note that everyone’s experience with gender dysphoria is unique, and the treatment plan that is right for one person may not be right for another. It is important to work closely with a healthcare provider who has experience in treating gender dysphoria and to be open and honest about your feelings and experiences in order to find the right treatment plan for you.
