Table 3.

Positive impact of XXY

Positive Aspect	n (%)	Quote(s)
Increased Empathy	32 (20)	“The positive effects for me would be a higher sensitivity to others’ feelings and greater sense of empathy. It has given me a deeper insight on the pain others feel when they are pointed out as being different.” (Age not reported)
New Perspective or Worldview	31 (19)	“It has allowed me to see the world differently. It has allowed me to assist others and to change the focus of my life since my diagnosis occurred.” (39, 26)
Relief of Diagnosis	31 (19)	“It was a relief knowing there actually was a definable cause for the questions, feelings, and issues I was going through…that others shared the same problems, that I was not alone.” (44, 33) “Finding out that I have it helped me to accept that I am different. It’s helped me to stop battling so hard from within.” (56, 53)
Strengthened Relationships	26 (16)	“I’ve had to realize that life isn’t all about having kids, so I’ve focused on my other relationships. It’s made me a better uncle and a better friend.” (30, 19)
XXY Traits (kind, honest)	25 (15)	“I am patient, kind, and always willing to help.” (53, 46)
Gave Life Meaning	17 (10)	“I feel like God put me here to help others with this condition.” (59, 24)
Made Me a Stronger Person	13 (8)	“This experience made me a very strong person.” (58, 38)
Impact on Sex Life	12 (7)	“It’s crazy, I guess, but because I can’t get a woman pregnant, it means I no longer need a condom, so I think sexual experiences are better.” (39, 28)
Appearance (Height, Youthful Appearance)	10 (6)	“My height. I’m 6′2″.” (29, 20)