It has been argued that issues around gender identity and sexual orientation should only be considered a mental disorder if:
A) the individual has been formally evaluated by a mental health professional.
B) these issues cause the person significant distress or interfere with their ability to function.
C) the individual believes they have a mental disorder.
D) they want insurance to pay for their treatment.

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The correct answer is B because, according to the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) and the International Classification of Diseases (ICD), a key criterion for diagnosing mental disorders is that the condition causes the individual significant distress or interferes with their ability to function in daily life. Gender identity and sexual orientation in themselves are not considered mental disorders unless they meet this criterion.

It Has Been Argued That Issues Around Gender Identity and Sexual