The document summarizes Judith Butler's essay "Undiagnosing Gender" which examines the debate around the diagnosis of Gender Identity Disorder (GID) in the DSM. Butler argues that the diagnosis pathologizes transgender individuals and denies their autonomy. However, removing GID could limit access to transition-related healthcare. The conclusion is that while GID has benefits, it also restricts self-determination, and a solution balancing both issues has yet to be found.
Part of Teen and Transgender Comparative Study by Charlie White Image: http://thesocietypages.org/socimages/2009/06/19/teens-and-transgendered-women-threats-to-society/