What are the major differences between tranvestism and transsexualism?

What will be an ideal response?


Transsexuals wish to change their genitals and live as members of the opposite sex. They do not experience sexual arousal when cross-dressing. Transvestites, on the other hand, may become sexually aroused when cross-dressing but continue to identify themselves as members of their biological sex.

Psychology

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What is a possible explanation for the difference in incidence of SAD in Iceland compared to the United States?

A. emotional hardiness B. population density C. religious preferences D. diet

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Wyatt v. Stickney (1972), a class action lawsuit filed on behalf of mental patients, addressed all of the following EXCEPT

A. adequate shower and toilet facilities. B. treatment goals. C. staff-patient ratios. D. methods of administering medication.

Psychology

The first true longitudinal study of the effects of giftedness on social success was conducted by _____

A) Wechsler B) Terman C) Binet D) Merrill

Psychology

Approximately what percent of American high school students report having been hit of physically hurt by their boyfriend or girlfriend during the pervious year?

A) 2 B) 9 C)18 D) 27

Psychology