Paul feels that he was meant to be a woman, even though he is a man. He is contemplating surgery to alter his bodily appearance to that of a woman. He experiences a tremendous amount of distress over these feelings. Paul might be suffering from a disorder known as __________.
A. feminine status disorder
B. male misidentity disorder
C. inverted sex role syndrome
D. gender dysphoria
Answer: D
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What will be an ideal response?
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