Gender Dysphoria
Gender Dysphoria (GD) is the feeling that one’s emotional and psychological identity as male or female is the opposite of one’s natal sex. Gender dysphoria is manifested in a variety of ways, which may include strong desires to be treated as the opposite gender or to be rid of one’s sex characteristics. Little research exists on the causes of GD because gender identity is difficult to investigate, and gender variant identities are less prevalent than normative gender identities (Cohen-Kettenis, & Klink, 2015 p. 486). Psychological, social and biological factors all influence gender development. Within the context of this paper I will examine these three factors and the impact that they have on adolescents’ with GD, discuss …show more content…
This model considers a variety of factors surrounding the individual with GD and how these factors impact functioning. The resiliency and recovery model views clients from a holistic lens, promotes self-determination and recognizes the importance of the therapeutic process. This is extremely important when making decisions about treatment options. Research by Vance, Halpern-Felsher and Rosenthal (2015) found that there are not enough qualified mental health providers to assist and work with this …show more content…
For individuals with GD this could mean offering treatment that focuses on their depression or decreases their anxiety, but does not address their GD or equip them with the therapeutic tools for continued recovery. Although, the resiliency and recovery model is the best theoretical approach to use when working with individuals with GD it is important the professionals from a variety of disciplines are involved in treatment planning.
Treatment
There are different forms of treatment available for GD; they are: psychological interventions, medical interventions, physical interventions, and speech and language therapy. Each individual with GD must be evaluated on an individual bases in an effort to determine the treatment that best supports their individual needs and their long-term goals. When offering treatment the individual is informed of the possibilities and limitations associated with the
Gender Dysphoria (GD) is the feeling that one’s emotional and psychological identity as male or female is the opposite of one’s natal sex. Gender dysphoria is manifested in a variety of ways, which may include strong desires to be treated as the opposite gender or to be rid of one’s sex characteristics. Little research exists on the causes of GD because gender identity is difficult to investigate, and gender variant identities are less prevalent than normative gender identities (Cohen-Kettenis, & Klink, 2015 p. 486). Psychological, social and biological factors all influence gender development. Within the context of this paper I will examine these three factors and the impact that they have on adolescents’ with GD, discuss …show more content…
This model considers a variety of factors surrounding the individual with GD and how these factors impact functioning. The resiliency and recovery model views clients from a holistic lens, promotes self-determination and recognizes the importance of the therapeutic process. This is extremely important when making decisions about treatment options. Research by Vance, Halpern-Felsher and Rosenthal (2015) found that there are not enough qualified mental health providers to assist and work with this …show more content…
For individuals with GD this could mean offering treatment that focuses on their depression or decreases their anxiety, but does not address their GD or equip them with the therapeutic tools for continued recovery. Although, the resiliency and recovery model is the best theoretical approach to use when working with individuals with GD it is important the professionals from a variety of disciplines are involved in treatment planning.
Treatment
There are different forms of treatment available for GD; they are: psychological interventions, medical interventions, physical interventions, and speech and language therapy. Each individual with GD must be evaluated on an individual bases in an effort to determine the treatment that best supports their individual needs and their long-term goals. When offering treatment the individual is informed of the possibilities and limitations associated with the