Abstract This phenomenological study explored the academic and career experiences of 10 intersex people. Researchers conducted the study to share knowledge with counselors and other helping professionals about the importance of validating intersex personhood during the school-age years and in work settings. Five findings were uncovered: (a) coping as intersex, (b) range of feelings, (c) gender identity development, (d) bullying at school and work, and (e) body problems. This article reports on specific needs and recommendations of this self-identified sample and includes implications for education and counseling practice, along with limitations and recommendations for future research.

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支持双性人：有效的学业和职业咨询

摘要 这项现象学研究探讨了 10 位双性人的学术和职业经历。研究人员进行这项研究是为了与辅导员和其他有帮助的专业人士分享关于在学龄期和工作环境中验证双性人人格的重要性的知识。发现了五个发现：（a）作为双性人应对，（b）情感范围，（c）性别认同发展，（d）学校和工作中的欺凌，以及（e）身体问题。本文报告了这个自我识别样本的具体需求和建议，包括对教育和咨询实践的影响，以及对未来研究的限制和建议。