What is the evidence base for gender dysphoria not being classified as a mental health problem?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18385002
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Abstract

Gender dysphoria is currently not classified as a mental health disorder in modern diagnostic manuals, reflecting a shift towards destigmatizing gender diversity and recognizing associated distress as resulting from societal factors rather than an inherent psychiatric condition.

Fields of Study & Subjects

LGBTQ Health Identity and Policy Gender Roles and Identity Studies Gender and Feminist Studies

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Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
27 January 2026