A member asked:

Is there any test that can be done at home to confirm gender dysphoria? i'm having it for 10 years. but my parents think it's in my mind.

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Dr. John Gaffney answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Best bet: Is to sit down and discuss your concerns with a psychiatrist that specializes in this particular area. They are keenly adept and explaining and helping you understand what might be going on. Attached a link some info on this particular topic. http://www.dsm5.org/documents/gender%20dysphoria%20fact%20sheet.pdf

Answered 12/24/2015

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WPATH Referral: Find a trans*competent mental health professional - a psychologist, psychiatrist, social worker, licensed professional counselor, etc. The World Professional Association for Transgender Health has a a provider referral service here: http://www.wpath.org/site_page.cfm?pk_association_webpage_menu=1414

Answered 7/26/2018

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