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) (KAR id:67309)

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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
DOI/Identification number:	10.1007/BF02590099
Uncontrolled keywords:	learning disabilities, sexuality, sex education
Subjects:	H Social Sciences > H Social Sciences (General) H Social Sciences > HV Social pathology. Social and public welfare > HV1568 Disability studies H Social Sciences > HV Social pathology. Social and public welfare > HV3008 People with mental disabilities
Divisions:	Divisions > Division for the Study of Law, Society and Social Justice > School of Social Policy, Sociology and Social Research > Tizard
Depositing User:	Michelle McCarthy
Date Deposited:	14 Jun 2018 16:07 UTC
Last Modified:	05 Nov 2024 11:07 UTC
Resource URI:	https://kar.kent.ac.uk/id/eprint/67309 (The current URI for this page, for reference purposes)

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McCarthy, Michelle.

Creator's ORCID:	https://orcid.org/0000-0003-1358-2516
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