Misdiagnosing gender dysphoria in adolescents: 5 case studies

Five adolescents ages 13-15 all presenting with Gender Dysphoria were misdiagnosed by other clinicians (as Borderline Personality Disorder, Autism, Schizophrenia, or Bipolar Disorder). This study reviews their case histories... [ view full abstract ]

Five adolescents ages 13-15 all presenting with Gender Dysphoria were misdiagnosed by other clinicians (as Borderline Personality Disorder, Autism, Schizophrenia, or Bipolar Disorder). This study reviews their case histories and how Gender Dysphoria went undiagnosed until it was clinically accessed and the importance of differential diagnosis has with patient outcomes.

To assist clinicians with differential diagnoses of Gender Dysphoria in young adolescents. [ view full abstract ]

To assist clinicians with differential diagnoses of Gender Dysphoria in young adolescents.

Five case studies provide examples of adolescents who have been misdiagnosed and treated for behavioral health diagnoses they did not meet the diagnostic criteria instead of Gender Dysphoria. Diagnostic criteria for each... [ view full abstract ]

Five case studies provide examples of adolescents who have been misdiagnosed and treated for behavioral health diagnoses they did not meet the diagnostic criteria instead of Gender Dysphoria. Diagnostic criteria for each mental health diagnosis will be reviewed in light of the case history and substantiation for a diagnosis of Gender Dysphoria will be made.

DSM V criteria and ICD11 criteria for Gender Dsyphoria. [ view full abstract ]

DSM V criteria and ICD11 criteria for Gender Dsyphoria.

All five case studies meet criteria for Gender Dysphoria . [ view full abstract ]

All five case studies meet criteria for Gender Dysphoria .

Adolescents presenting for treatment are often misdiagnosed by clinicians who are either unfamiliar with Gender Dsyphoria or who find it difficult to differentiate from other disorders. Comorbid presentations of multiple... [ view full abstract ]

Adolescents presenting for treatment are often misdiagnosed by clinicians who are either unfamiliar with Gender Dsyphoria or who find it difficult to differentiate from other disorders. Comorbid presentations of multiple diagnoses can complicate making an accurate diagnosis but with proper assessment, each should be distinct. These five case studies provide examples of common misdiagnoses and why Gender Dysphoria is the most accurate alternative.