Question 1

what is gender identity disorder?

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Unhappiness : Not being happy if they are a boy  being a boy and if a girl wishing they were a boy instead.

Question 2

what's a teen gender identity disorder?

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Born wrong body: Gender identity disorder is when one feels as if they have been born the wrong gender.  There is an aversion to the body parts that represent their birth gender as well as an overall identification with the opposite sex - regardless of sexual orientation.  People with gid typically feel this way from early childhood but it may get worse in adolescence as secondary sex traits appear.

Question 3

what causes gender identity disorder in kids?

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Gender identity: Different professionals have different opinions. Some suggest that there are problems with sex-role identification in early childhood usually with an absent or emotionally detached same gender parent. I would suggest that you look at multiple sources to help you figure out what best reflects your situation.

Question 4

what medications treat gender identity disorder?

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Not only medications: Treatment for gender identity disorder may include medications such as hormone therapy, but much more is involved.  There needs to be extensive psychiatric evaluation first, as well as much discussion and talk therapy. Depression and anxiety are very common components too, and appropriate medications are used to help.  Gender issues may persist despite hormones and even surgery. Support is needed.

Question 5

what can happen if i don't get help for gender identity disorder?

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Gender identity: Different professionals may have different opinions. First, it depends a lot on your own background, values, and beliefs. From my orientation (see my profile), you need to speak with someone because the fact that you are asking the question suggest some need for clarification, .

Question 6

what can happen if i don't get any help for gender identity disorder?

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Depression: Failure to get help dealing with your gender identity can result in confusion and depression.

Question 7

how does gender identity disorder affect the way you develop your body?

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Body development: Your body develops in its natural way, but people with gender identity disorder are very uncomfortable in the bodies they have.  Many will say that from a young age, they felt they had the "wrong" gendered body.  As  secondary sexual characteristics develop, their misery grows.  There is much depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and suicide in this population.

Question 8

hello sir i am having gender identity disorder. it has made me completely isolated and locked in my house. please help me?

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Seek support: Consider speaking with a therapist or psychologist to help you through this time. Loving and accepting yourself is key. You deserve peace &amp; a joyful life regardless of which gender you identify yourself as and there are support networks that can help you realize that you are not alone. Seek the help that you need; take control of your life - you are 100% responsible for finding your own joy :)

Question 9

what are the psychotherapies for gender identity disorder?

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Varied: Psychotherapeutic approaches are varied and generally determined by the therapist.  Particular focus is placed on self-acceptance, and dealing with relationships, career, and other important life areas.  Gender roles come into play in all parts of life, and this is highly stressful for these people.  Support & insight are needed; often, they also need to learn safe ways to self-soothe too.

Question 10

is surgery used to treat gender identity disorder?

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Yes: Treatment for gender identity disorder may include hormone therapy and sex reassignment surgery, but much more is involved.  There needs to be extensive psychiatric evaluation first, as well as much discussion and talk therapy. However, gender identity issues may persist even after hormone therapy and surgery.  Depression and anxiety are very common components too.

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