A 5-year-old boy is brought to the office by his parents for the annual health visit. His mother says, "My son is doing very well. He is able to read at a first-grade level and knows his name and address. He loves to sing, dance, and play house with his older sisters. Everything seems fine with him; we just want to make sure his vaccinations are up to date before our family trip overseas." The physician administers the appropriate vaccinations. Just before leaving, the father says, "I think you should know that my son is playing with his sister's dolls and doesn't seem to like cars or trucks like most other boys. Is that normal?" Which of the following is the most appropriate response to the father's concerns?

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A 5-year-old boy is brought to the office by his parents for the annual health visit.  His mother says, "My son is doing very well.  He is able to read at a first-grade level and knows his name and address.  He loves to sing, dance, and play house with his older sisters.  Everything seems fine with him; we just want to make sure his vaccinations are up to date before our family trip overseas."  The physician administers the appropriate vaccinations.  Just before leaving, the father says, "I think you should know that my son is playing with his sister's dolls and doesn't seem to like cars or trucks like most other boys.  Is that normal?"  Which of the following is the most appropriate response to the father's concerns?

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Eductional Objective: Although children understand the concept of gender by age 4, it is normal for them to explore activities culturally associated with the opposite gender.  In contrast, gender dysphoria is diagnosed when there is marked distress associated with a prolonged and intense feeling that one is a different gender from one's birth sex.

A 5-Year-Old Boy Is Brought to the Office by His