Sexual Health and Parenting Supports for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Friedman, Carli

doi:10.1007/s13178-022-00750-7

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“…The selected studies present varying perspectives on knowledge about sex and sexuality; the studies concur on the need for information and education tailored to women's specific needs, something which aligns with results from previous literature (Brkić-Jovanović et al, 2021;Friedman, 2023;McClelland et al, 2012). Although the articles present diverse and even contradictory scenarios in some cases on attitudes towards this topic, they coincide with other research in presenting a more negative outlook on sex and sexuality among women with intellectual disabilities than that of the rest of the population (Gil-Llario et al, 2021;Siebelink et al, 2006).…”

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Perspectives of Women with Intellectual Disabilities Regarding Affective Sexual Relationships: a Systematic Literature Review

Beltran-Arreche,

Fullana Noell,

Pallisera Díaz

2023

Sex Res Soc Policy

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Introduction Despite the recognition of the right to sexual identity and expression for all people, individuals with intellectual disabilities continue to face significant restrictions in these aspects of their lives. The prevailing myths and stereotypes surrounding their sexual-affective relationships place people with intellectual disabilities—especially women—in a position of great vulnerability. Methods A systematic literature review was conducted, examining the content of the following databases: BASE, Dialnet, ERIC, La Referencia, Microsoft Academic, Redalyc, REDIB, Redined, Science Direct, Scopus, Web of Science, and World Wide Science. A total of 178 potentially relevant articles were identified, out of which 11 met the eligibility criteria. Finally, the themes covered in the articles were identified and analyzed. Results The results obtained were classified into six categories: perceptions regarding sex and sexuality, experiences of abuse, views and experiences of relationships between couples, the LGTBIQ + community, knowledge about contraception and related experiences, and, finally, beliefs regarding gender scripts. Conclusions This study offers valuable insights into the knowledge (or lack thereof) and beliefs regarding sex and sexuality, experiences of abuse among women with intellectual disabilities, the lack of independence and external intervention, and the influence of traditional gender scripts. Furthermore, this research also establishes a theoretical foundation for future support resources and initiatives, as well as social and public implications.

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Perspectives of Women with Intellectual Disabilities Regarding Affective Sexual Relationships: a Systematic Literature Review

Beltran-Arreche,

Fullana Noell,

Pallisera Díaz

2023

Sex Res Soc Policy

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Women with intellectual disabilities and motherhood: barriers, supports and demands

Beltran-Arreche,

Fullana Noell,

Pallisera Díaz

2024

International Journal of Developmental Disabilities

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The Reality of Common Sexual Problems for Students with Down’s Syndrome in Saudi Arabia

Alzahrani

2024

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Introduction: The current study aimed to identify the sexual problems of students with Down’s syndrome in Saudi Arabia from the point of view of their parents and teachers in the light of a range of variables (student’s age, educational program, and family’s economic situation). Method: This descriptive comparative study was based on a sample of 120 participants consisting of 68 parents and 52 teachers caring for students with Down’s syndrome. The questionnaire of sexual problems for students with disabilities was applied and the data was statically analyzed using Analysis of Variance (ANOVA) and One- way ANOVA. The findings indicated that the most prevalent sexual problems experienced by students with Down’s syndrome according to their parents and teachers are a lack of knowledge of sexual development, difficulties in the child presenting themselves in front of others, and the inability to distinguish between normal and abnormal physical contact. Findings: The arithmetic one-way analysis of variance (ANOVA), mean, standard deviation, and t-test were used to calculate the findings that revealed no statistically significant differences between the perspectives of the parents and teachers of students with intellectual disability regarding the most prevalent sexual problems. Moreover, there was no statistically significant correlation between the student’s age and the sexual problems they encountered. Finally, the findings found statistically significant differences in the sexual problems encountered according to the of the program variables to which the students with Down’s syndrome belong and the family’s economic situation Discussion: It is recommended that a group counseling program be devised for the parents of students with Down’s syndrome to advance their knowledge of sexual development and to obtain an understanding of how to deal with the variables resulting from such development. Develop training programs for families, teachers, psychologists, and social workers working in special needs care on how to identify the sexual problems experienced by intellectually disabled students. Raise parents’ awareness of the importance of communication and dialogue with teachers to identify the most important sexual problems their children face and collaborate to resolve them through training courses.

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Sexual Health and Parenting Supports for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities

Cited by 4 publications

References 37 publications

Perspectives of Women with Intellectual Disabilities Regarding Affective Sexual Relationships: a Systematic Literature Review

Perspectives of Women with Intellectual Disabilities Regarding Affective Sexual Relationships: a Systematic Literature Review

Women with intellectual disabilities and motherhood: barriers, supports and demands

The Reality of Common Sexual Problems for Students with Down’s Syndrome in Saudi Arabia

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