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  • Sociology
  • Gender Studies
  • Cultural Studies

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  • The article examines the complexities of sexual and gender identity through the lens of a Turkish Cypriot drag artist, Shushu.
  • It explores how historical, political, and social divisions in Cyprus influence identity formation and categorization.
  • Shushu's deliberate rejection of fixed labels like 'gay' or 'transgender' serves as a focal point for discussing broader issues of identity.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the problematic nature of identity categories in contemporary society.
  • To investigate the historical evolution of sexual and gender classifications, from early sexology to modern diagnostic manuals.
  • To explore the paradox of sexual identities being simultaneously necessary and limiting.

Main Methods:

  • Qualitative analysis of a short film documentary about Shushu.
  • Historical review of sexological categorizations and their impact.
  • Examination of the evolution of sexual and gender social movements and their relationship with identity politics.

Main Results:

  • Categorizations, while intended to offer scientific understanding, have historically marginalized and pathologized individuals.
  • Sexual and gender-social movements have grappled with the significance of identity categories, leading to increasing problematization.
  • There are significant emotional costs associated with both affirming and rejecting fixed identity labels.

Conclusions:

  • Shushu's personal dilemma reflects a broader societal paradox where fixed identities are both sought and resisted.
  • The language and categories used to define sexuality continue to shape individual experiences and societal perceptions.
  • Understanding the limitations and emotional weight of identity categorization is crucial in contemporary discussions of gender and sexuality.