Is it ok to give OTHERS as an option in gender category? [duplicate]

1. How do you categorize gender in research?
2. Why is it important to accept different genders?

How do you categorize gender in research?

Response options to questions categorizing gender would typically include woman, man, transgender, and non-binary. Sex is the biological category based on chromosomes, hormones, and secondary sex characteristics. Response options to questions categorizing sex would typically include male, female, and intersex.

Why is it important to accept different genders?

It is important to acknowledge and create an environment that respects and celebrates our differences in gender identities and sexual orientation and expression. Creating an inclusive culture prevents children and youth from experiencing distress, discrimination, bullying and ultimately negative health outcomes.