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Published Online: 1990, pp. 157–315

Psychosocial Development in a Genetic Male Surgically Reassigned as a Female at Birth

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This case study deals with an 11-year-old girl who is genetically a boy (chromosome 46XY). It examines some of the contributing factors that are causing her conflicts around her identity and the psychological difficulties she is experiencing. The paper touches on the therapeutic process used to enable her to develop a better sense of self.

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American Journal of Psychotherapy
Pages: 283 - 289
PubMed: 2368838

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Published in print: 1990, pp. 157–315
Published online: 30 April 2018

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Swapna Gupta, Ed.D.*

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Chartered Psychologist, Department of Psychology, Alberta Children’s Hospital, 1820 Richmond Road SW, Calgary, Alberta T2T 5C7.

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