According to DSM, what is the prevalence of gender dysphoria among natal males?

• A. 1-2 per 1,000 natal males
• B. 5-14 per 1,000 natal males
• C. 20-30 per 1,000 natal males
• D. 0-1 per 1,000 natal males

Answer: (B)

The condition is relatively uncommon but not rare among those assigned male at birth, with prevalence estimates around half a percent to about one and a half percent. In numeric terms, that’s roughly five to fourteen individuals per thousand natal males. This range appears in DSM discussions because exact prevalence varies by age group and study method, and many people do not seek care, so figures can underestimate the true rate.

Choices that are much lower or higher than this range don’t align with DSM estimates. So the best answer is the one that reflects roughly 5–14 per 1,000 natal males.