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  • Gender Studies

Background:

  • Limited research exists on mental illness in intersex and transgender populations.
  • This report focuses on a case of psychosis in an intersex transgender individual with a history of schizoaffective disorder.

Observation:

  • The patient, assigned male at birth and later transitioned to female, reported colpocleisis as an infant.
  • Psychotic symptoms, including disorganized speech and grandiose Christian delusions, exacerbated when the patient discussed her transgender experiences.

Findings:

  • A psychological assessment, including projective testing, was conducted to explore the patient's psychotic symptoms and self-perception.
  • The case illustrates the complex interplay between psychosis and gender dysphoria within a cisnormative, Christian societal context.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the need for further research into mental health challenges faced by intersex and transgender individuals.
  • Understanding the interaction of psychotic processes with gender dysphoria is crucial for providing effective, tailored mental healthcare.