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Size matters: experiences of atypical genital and sexual development in males
Paul M Chadwick1, Lih-Mei Liao, Mary E Boyle
1Department of Clinical Health Psychology, University College London Hospitals, UK. paulmchadwick@aol.com
Abstract:
The psychological, emotional and social consequences of disrupted reproductive and sexual development in men are poorly understood. Interview data from eight men who had experienced gender atypical sexual development were analysed using the framework of Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. The concept of 'discreditment' appeared to dominate these men's experience of themselves and others. Emotional distress was most keenly felt when doubt was cast upon the men's identity as sexually mature males. The extent to which absent sexual development was conspicuous or visible appeared to be an important factor in negative experiences.
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