Harrison, a 31-year-old man, is sexually aroused by wearing women's undergarments. He enjoys wearing a woman's thong when going out in public and likes to fantasize about wearing women's lingerie. Does Harrison meet the criteria for transvestic disorder?

A) No; Harrison enjoys dressing like a woman and therefore is transgender.
B) Probably not; there is no indication that Harrison is distressed by his fantasies or actions.
C) Probably; Harrison is aroused by his behavior, which suggests transvestic disorder.
D) Yes; Harrison, a male, fantasizes about and wears women's clothing regularly.

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April De La Cruz · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : B, Explanation :  Transvestic disorder is characterized not just by cross-dressing or obtaining sexual arousal from wearing clothes of the opposite sex, but by significant distress or impairment caused by these actions. Harrison's enjoyment and lack of indicated distress suggest he does not meet the criteria for transvestic disorder.

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