What are arguments for or against gender identity as a disorder?

Gender Dysphoria is listed in the DSM V as a psychological condition where the individual experiences distressing symptoms due to being uncomfortable with their biological or anatomical sex e.g. a person who is a female but identifies as male and is not content with his/her biological/anatomical body. In the past, the diagnosis was referred to as Gender Identity Disorder. There has been some disagreement among mental health professionals and physicians as to whether or not gender identity issues should even be listed in the DSM V. Why do you think? What are arguments for or against gender identity as a disorder? Explore pros and cons. Respond to peers. Be respectful of differing opinions. The purpose of college is to hear multiple differing opinions theories and ideas. It is ultimately up to you which theories you accept or reject. So tell us what you think.

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