When one is uncomfortable with one's assigned gender and is unable to cope with the negative feelings, one experiences gender:

a) dysfunction.
b) dysphoria.
c) despair.
d) discomfort.


ANS: B

Psychology

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a. Shame b. Love c. Fear d. Rage

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Rita is concerned about her job security and her ability to make her mortgage payments. What can these concerns lead to?

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Psychology