Abstract
The present study aimed to explore the psychosocial stressors among by
birth hermaphrodites. In Pakistan hermaphrodites are commonly known
as hijras. Data was collected through semi structured interviews from 10
by birth hijras [5 guru (leader); 5 chellas (followers)]. The psychosocial
stressors explored involved four major domains including family, work,
within hijra community and outside hijra community. Method of
interpretative phenomenological analysis was used for data analysis.
Major and sub themes emerged in each domain. The analysis revealed
that within each domain of by birth hijras both gurus and chellas
experienced exploitation. They are subjected to abuse and neglect, their
security is at risk, and their basic human rights are denied. They
experience rejection not only by the family but by the community at
large. The findings of the study are discussed in the light of current
situation of by birth hermaphrodites and its future implications.
Razia Anjum, Tazvin Ijaz. (2013) Psychosocial Stressors in By Birth Hermaphrodites , Journal of Behavioural Sciences, Volume 23, Issue 3.
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