Wolf, Mórrígan2014-06-032014-06-032014-06-03http://hdl.handle.net/10222/50627This thesis explores some of the themes and issues that social workers may wish to consider when investigating and addressing matters pertaining to wellness in individuals with sex-variances. Foundational literature includes writings by John Money, the Chicago Consensus, and the clinical guidelines of the Intersex Society of North America. A three pillars model is introduced as a potential means for fostering better understanding and diversity in relation to sex, gender, and sexuality. Semi-structured interviews surrounding wellness are conducted with four individuals who have sex-variances. Interview results are analysed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. Recommendations are put forth in a manner designed to allow social workers to work collaboratively with individuals who have sex-variances and their families, as well as with other medical and health professionals who provide services thereof. The analyses and recommendations presented in this thesis are situated within a context of evidence-based anti-oppressive practice.enIntersexIntersexualitySex-varianceDifference of Sex DevelopmentDisorder of Sex DevelopmentSocial WorkEvidence-based practiceAnti-oppressive practiceInterpretative Phenomenological AnalysiswellnessbiopsychosocialholisticheteronormativityThesis