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Transition

Date of Publication:

4/30/2021

Definition:

Period of time when individuals change from the gender role associated with their sex assigned at birth to a different gender role. For many people, this involves learning how to live socially in another gender role. For others, this means finding a gender role and expression that are most comfortable for them. Transition may or may not include feminization or masculinization of the body through cross-sex hormone therapy or other medical procedures. The nature and duration of transition are variable and individualized. 

Source of Definition:

DODI 1300.28 In-Service Transition for Transgender Service Members

Related Glossary Terms:

Transition

Last Updated: September 16, 2022
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