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Transvestism in a person with learning disabilities presenting with behavioural problems
1Royal Park Hospital, Parkville, Victoria, Australia.
Journal of Intellectual Disability Research : JIDR
|October 1, 1995
Summary
This case study details a 47-year-old man with learning disabilities whose repressed sexual desires manifested as aggression and cross-dressing. Behavioral interventions are key to managing these complex behaviors.
Area of Science:
- Neuroscience
- Psychiatry
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- A 47-year-old male with moderate learning disabilities and epilepsy, stemming from childhood encephalitis.
- Long-term institutionalization from age six limited opportunities for sexual expression.
Observation:
- Frustrated sexual desires manifested as aggressive behavior during institutionalization.
- Deviant sexual behavior, specifically cross-dressing, became apparent after relocation to a community home.
Findings:
- The patient's learning disabilities and institutional history are significant factors in his behavioral presentation.
- A link was observed between repressed sexual desire, frustration, aggression, and cross-dressing behavior.
Implications:
- Behavioral programming is crucial for managing complex behavioral issues in individuals with learning disabilities.
- Understanding the interplay between developmental history, sexual frustration, and behavioral manifestations is vital for effective treatment.
- This case highlights the need for tailored support and opportunities for sexual expression in community-based care settings.