Your Gender Dysphoria Test Result

High Risk

0 out of 135

Your responses indicate a strong likelihood that you are experiencing Gender Dysphoria.

What this result means

Scores in this range are clinically significant for Gender Dysphoria. Based on your answers, these feelings may be causing you distress and severely interfering with the moments of satisfaction and joy in everyday life.

These results do not mean that you have Gender Dysphoria, but we recommend that you start a conversation with a mental health professional and get a clinical assessment. Finding the right treatment plan and discussing your options can help you manage your symptoms. In addition, Gender Dysphoria can be associated with other mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, or substance addiction and you may want to take these other tests that we have available.

This test is not meant to be a diagnosis. Diagnosis and care of mental health conditions can be difficult. Having symptoms of Gender Dysphoria is different than having Gender Dysphoria. Only a trained professional, such as a doctor or a mental health professional, can make this determination. However, by printing the results and bringing them to your doctor or therapist, you can open up the conversation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the signs and symptoms of Gender Dysphoria?

Gender Dysphoria is characterized by a strong, persistent discomfort or distress with one's assigned gender at birth, leading to a desire to live as a different gender. Symptoms include a desire to change one's physical appearance to align with one's gender identity, discomfort with primary or secondary sex characteristics, and significant distress in social, occupational, or other important areas of functioning. This condition can affect individuals of any age, and symptoms often include feelings of anxiety, depression, or isolation related to their gender experience.

How common is Gender Dysphoria?

Gender Dysphoria is estimated to affect approximately 0.3-0.5% of the population, though rates may vary due to underreporting and social stigma. With increasing social acceptance and awareness, more individuals are seeking support for gender dysphoria, which may lead to higher estimates over time. Gender Dysphoria can develop in childhood, adolescence, or adulthood, and is often influenced by social and cultural factors as well as personal experiences.

How is Gender Dysphoria treated?

Treatment for Gender Dysphoria typically involves a personalized approach that may include therapy, social transition, hormone therapy, and, in some cases, gender-affirming surgeries. Psychotherapy, especially Gender-Affirmative Therapy, can help individuals explore their gender identity and manage associated stress or anxiety. Hormone therapy and surgeries are medical options that some individuals pursue to align their physical appearance with their gender identity. Online counseling can provide a supportive space for individuals with Gender Dysphoria, helping them receive guidance, explore identity, and connect with affirming resources.

What are the risks of leaving Gender Dysphoria untreated?

Untreated Gender Dysphoria can lead to significant mental health issues, including increased risk of depression, anxiety, and suicidal ideation. Individuals may experience intense distress and isolation if they feel unable to express or live in alignment with their gender identity. The prolonged impact of untreated gender dysphoria can also contribute to social withdrawal, relationship difficulties, and overall lower quality of life. Seeking treatment and support can improve mental well-being and help individuals live more authentically and comfortably.

Can online counseling help treat or manage Gender Dysphoria?

Yes, online counseling can be a valuable resource for individuals experiencing Gender Dysphoria. Virtual therapy offers a comfortable, convenient platform to explore gender identity, manage feelings of distress, and develop coping strategies. Many online counselors specialize in gender-affirming care, helping individuals navigate their journey, get resources, and connect with support networks. This flexible approach can be particularly beneficial for those who may not have the ability to get in-person affirming care in their area.

What next?

We recommend online counseling which can be very effective at treating Gender Dysphoria.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a therapist via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It can help address self-destructive behaviors, limiting beliefs, painful feelings, relationship issues, and more.

It is convenient for those who either cannot travel or would prefer not to meet with a therapist in-person. Starting at $65 per week, it can also be more affordable than in-person counseling and is available worldwide.

Gender Dysphoria is real, common, and treatable with online counseling.

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Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Your answers

Do you think of yourself as transgender?:
Always
Has filling out your gender on a form caused you to be upset or made you pause and think?:
Occasionally
Have you thought about being the opposite gender?:
Frequently
Instead of your birth-assigned gender - or its opposite - have you considered yourself to be non-binary or genderqueer?:
Occasionally
Have you been treated as the opposite gender by your family or friends?:
Never
Have you had a feeling that you would be better off living your life as the opposite gender to the one you were assigned at birth?:
Always
Have you made an appearance as the opposite gender in public?:
Occasionally
Have you had a feeling that the gender you were assigned at birth isn’t your “real” gender?:
Frequently
Are you ever the opposite gender in your dreams?:
Never
Has the gender you were assigned at birth caused you feelings of distress or emotional pain?:
Frequently
Have you done anything to alter your legal sex, for example updating a drivers license or bank details?:
Nothing
Do you consider yourself to be the same gender as that which you were assigned at birth?:
Never
Do you find that you have to make an effort to present as the gender you were assigned at birth?:
Frequently
Do you consider yourself to be the opposite gender to that which you were assigned at birth?:
Frequently
Have you been unsure about your gender, having a sense that you might be both a man or a woman, or neither?:
Sometimes
At your job or at school, have you presented as the opposite gender?:
Never
How content are you with your birth-assigned gender?:
Not very
Have you felt peer or societal pressure to be or to behave like the gender you were assigned at birth, even though it doesn’t appeal to you?:
Always
Have you dressed as the opposite gender in the privacy of your own home?:
Sometimes
Have you had a feeling you belong more to the opposite gender?:
Always
Have you had a feeling of not sharing much in common with either gender?:
Sometimes
Have you considered hormone treatment so that your body might transition physically to the opposite gender?:
Frequently
Do your visible sex organs (for example vagina, penis, or breasts) make you dislike your body?:
Frequently
Have you been regarded as the opposite gender by people you haven't met before?:
Sometimes
Have you considered an operation so that your body might become the opposite gender?:
Sometimes
Does it feel natural to use the public restrooms for the gender you were assigned at birth?:
Never
Do you sometimes feel more like one gender, and at other times more like the other?:
Sometimes

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