Lipsius S H
George Washington University School of Medicine, Washington, DC.
Md Med J. 1992 May;41(5):401-5.
Physicians have opportunities to help a child have pride about his or her body, support the child's sexual self, and encourage shame-free limit setting. By supporting a parental coalition that is resilient and indivisible, physicians help children value their gender role, and may influence the outcome of sexual orientation.