The sexual support needs of people with learning disabilities: A profile of those referred for sex education

McCarthy, Michelle (1996) The sexual support needs of people with learning disabilities: A profile of those referred for sex education. Sexuality and Disability, 14 (4). pp. 265-279. ISSN 0146-1044. (doi:10.1007/BF02590099) (The full text of this publication is not currently available from this repository. You may be able to access a copy if URLs are provided)

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Abstract

This paper provides biographical and other data on the 185 people with learning disabilities referred to a specialist sex education service over a five year period. Their diverse range of needs are highlighted. Attention is paid to the different experiences of women and men. Prevalence figures of sexual abuse are given. A strong case is made for the development of further specialist services.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled keywords:	learning disabilities; sexuality; sex education
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > HV Social pathology. Social and public welfare > HV3008 Mental handicap and social care H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General)
Divisions:	Faculties > Social Sciences > School of Social Policy Sociology and Social Research > Tizard
Depositing User:	F.D. Zabet
Date Deposited:	25 Jun 2009 15:30
Last Modified:	30 May 2014 14:05
Resource URI:	https://kar.kent.ac.uk/id/eprint/18667 (The current URI for this page, for reference purposes)