Neural network of body representation differs between transsexuals and cissexuals.

Body image is the internal representation of an individual's own physical appearance. Individuals with gender identity disorder (GID), commonly referred to as transsexuals (TXs), are unable to form a satisfactory body image due to the dissonance between their biological sex and gender identity....

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Main Authors: Chia-Shu Lin, Hsiao-Lun Ku, Hsiang-Tai Chao, Pei-Chi Tu, Cheng-Ta Li, Chou-Ming Cheng, Tung-Ping Su, Ying-Chiao Lee, Jen-Chuen Hsieh
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Public Library of Science (PLoS) 2014-01-01
Series:PLoS ONE
Online Access:http://europepmc.org/articles/PMC3896415?pdf=render