gender dysphoria

American  

[jen-der dis-fawr-ee-uh] / ˈdʒɛn dər dɪsˌfɔr i ə /

noun

1. a psychological condition marked by significant emotional distress and impairment in life functioning, caused by a lack of congruence between gender identity and sex assigned at birth.

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gender dysphoria British  

noun

1. a condition in which a person feels uncertainty or anxiety about his or her birth gender

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Sensitive Note

Some transgender individuals and their advocates object to the use of the word "disorder" to describe this condition and therefore reject use of the variant term gender identity disorder, which was once used more widely. However, others feel that classifying it as a disorder may facilitate access to medical care related to the condition.

Etymology

Origin of gender dysphoria

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

The NHS has more information about gender dysphoria.

From BBC

One of the effects of the treatment - which is given to people diagnosed with gender dysphoria - is a deeper voice.

From BBC

Under the law, which will take effect in January 2024, a patient can be prescribed puberty blockers and hormone therapy after receiving parental consent and a diagnosis of severe gender dysphoria from two doctors, including a mental health provider.

From Seattle Times

After news broke this week of a Tennessee school shooting by a transgender person, Mr. Ramaswamy took the issue head-on, calling out gender dysphoria as a mental health condition.

From Washington Times

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends gender affirming care to treat children struggling with gender dysphoria.

From Seattle Times