Atypical gender development

Definition

Atypical gender development refers to the development of gender identity, expression, or behavior that does not align with societal expectations or norms. It can include individuals who identify as transgender, non-binary, or have other variations in their gender identity.

Related terms

Gender dysphoria: A psychological condition where an individual experiences distress or discomfort due to a mismatch between their assigned sex at birth and their gender identity.

Intersex:

A term used to describe individuals born with physical variations in sex characteristics (e.g., chromosomes, hormones, reproductive anatomy) that do not fit typical definitions of male or female.

Gender nonconforming: Refers to individuals whose behavior, appearance, or identity does not conform to societal expectations associated with their assigned sex at birth.