A case of bipolar psychosis and transsexualism

Psychopathology. 2003 May-Jun;36(3):168-70. doi: 10.1159/000071262.

Abstract

A case of bipolar disorder and transsexualism is reported and discussed. The case report shows the problematic nature of the distinction between transsexualism and psychosis-induced transsexual desires. If there is a true comorbidity of these disorders, a subtly differentiated process to guide medical expert opinion and therapy is necessary.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Bipolar Disorder / diagnosis*
  • Bipolar Disorder / psychology
  • Bipolar Disorder / therapy
  • Combined Modality Therapy
  • Comorbidity
  • Drive
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Gender Identity
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Motivation
  • Psychotherapy
  • Transsexualism / diagnosis*
  • Transsexualism / psychology
  • Transsexualism / therapy