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Premium: The DSM's Flimsy Criteria for Gender Dysphoria

Our conversation with Marieke den Ouden continues

The DSM diagnostic criteria for gender dysphoria are rooted in outdated sex-based stereotypes, reinforcing rigid and superficial notions of what it means to be male or female. These criteria often emphasize preferences in clothing, activities, and playmates, implying that natural variations in a child’s behavior may signal a fundamental misalignment bet…

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