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:https://doi.org/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 |
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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 UTC |
Last Modified: | 30 May 2014 14:05 UTC |
Resource URI: | https://kar.kent.ac.uk/id/eprint/18667 (The current URI for this page, for reference purposes) |
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