Contrary to popular belief gender dysphoria is a rare condition and usually solves itself over time. Dr. Richard Friedman in his article entitled “How Changeable is Gender?” expresses the fact that there is not enough data to provide evidence-based diagnoses or treatments for those experiencing gender dysphoria. Friedman discusses recent neuroscientific research that confirms structural differences between those who are conflicted. He then speaks of how gender dysphoria resolves itself through puberty. He states, “If gender identity were a fixed and stable phenomenon in all young people there would be little to talk about” (Friedman). Dr. Friedman nails it right on the head in the previous phrase. Gender dysphoria does not affect the majority
