Experience of Recently Graduated Occupational Therapists in Addressing Sexuality with Their Clients
AbstractHealth care consumers have emphasised the importance of being able to express themselves in a sexual nature, regardless of their health conditions. Unfortunately, literature based on experienced occupational therapists and students, indicates sexuality is poorly addressed, despite being a meaningful occupation. There is limited literature based on Australian experiences or the experiences of recent graduates, therefore this study aimed to explore how comfortable and prepared 11 recent graduates who studied in Australia, were in addressing sexuality, as well as the enablers and challenges experienced. A qualitative ...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - October 19, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Sexual and Reproductive Health Experiences, Knowledge and Associations: A Neglected Issue Among Adults with Spinal Cord Injury in Sri Lanka
AbstractSexual and reproductive health (SRH) of persons with spinal cord injury (SCI) is important yet less addressed in South Asia. We assessed their SRH related experiences, SRH knowledge and factors associated with such knowledge in Sri Lanka. A cross-sectional study was conducted among rehabilitated and community integrated SCI persons, identified through data sources maintained in the three main rehabilitation hospitals. A postal questionnaire retrieved information on SRH related experiences, problems faced and knowledge on improving SRH. Mean knowledge scores were compared to assess factors significantly associated w...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - September 6, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Dating in the Digital Age: A Content Analysis of Dating Websites Designed for Disabled People
AbstractIn our current collective sexual sphere, a range of digital sexual fields, such as mobile applications and dating websites, provide new opportunities for sexual actors to meet partners, negotiate their self-presentation, and explore niche desires. This exploratory qualitative study examines online dating websites catered to disabled people to understand the language and imagery employed in these niche sexual fields. Drawing on a sexual fields framework (Green, 2014), this article analyzed 26 dating websites through a content analysis. Websites emphasized the narrative of disabled people overcoming isolation and acc...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - September 1, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Relationship between the symptoms of COPD and the quality of sexual life
ConclusionsThe result of the study shown the sexual quality of life of women with COPD was impaired and COPD symptoms affect them. (Source: Sexuality and Disability)
Source: Sexuality and Disability - September 1, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
From the Editor of Sexuality and Disability: Reflection
(Source: Sexuality and Disability)
Source: Sexuality and Disability - September 1, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Professional Educational Opportunities
(Source: Sexuality and Disability)
Source: Sexuality and Disability - September 1, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
The Effect of BETTER-Based Sex Counseling on Sexual Quality of Life in Infertile Women: a Randomized Controlled Clinical Trial
This study is a randomized clinical trial performed on 80 infertile women. BETTER-based sex counseling was performed in the experimental group. A demographic questionnaire, female sexual function index, sexual quality of life-female questionnaire, and researcher-made sexual self-efficacy questionnaire were used to collect data. The control and test groups were evaluated for the mentioned variables in three times (baseline, 4 weeks, and 8 weeks after the intervention). The mean scores for sexual function, sexual self-efficacy, and marital-sexual satisfaction were significantly increased in the test groups four and eight ...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - September 1, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Marital Satisfaction and Sexual Quality of Life of Patients with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS)
This study was conducted to determine the relationship between sexual quality of life and marital satisfaction in individuals diagnosed with ALS. Fifty-two individuals diagn osed with ALS were included in this descriptive cross-sectional study. The patients’ SQLQ (Sexual Quality of Life Questionnaire) scores were low and Marriage Satisfaction Scores (MSS) were moderate. A statistically significant negative correlation was found between the Sexual Life Quality Question naire (SQLQ) and age and marital satisfaction self sub-dimension. Health professionals should consider the sexuality dimension in patient care treatment an...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - August 29, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Healthcare Professionals' Perspectives on Integrating Reproductive and Acute Mental Healthcare
Conclusions: Patients receiving care at this behavioral health hospital have unmet SRHS needs. This lack of care may undermine the health of patients with MI. Addressing system level gaps requires clinical re-prioritization. Promising approaches to address this gap include reverse-integrated care models and improved SRHS training of health professionals. (Source: Sexuality and Disability)
Source: Sexuality and Disability - August 22, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
From the Editor of Sexuality and Disability: Reflection
(Source: Sexuality and Disability)
Source: Sexuality and Disability - August 9, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
The Sexual Health Needs of People with IDD: Considerations for Support Professionals and Administrators
This study examined disability providers ’ previous training, perceptions of barriers, and training needs to support the sexual well-being of individuals with IDD. In total, 263 disability professionals in Alaska, Kentucky, and Wyoming completed online surveys. Nearly all providers endorsed that people with IDD need training and support for sexual health. However, almost a third had not received training to address people’s sexual health. Further, less than half of professionals had received any training from their agencies. The highest-rated barrier across all providers involved insufficient training. Professionals’...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - August 6, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Sexuality Support After Spinal Cord Injury: What is Provided in Australian Practice Settings?
This study sought to understand what sexuality support Australian health professionals currently provide to people with spinal cord injury (SCI) and their perspectives on what changes may better support the sexuality needs of people with SCI. Australian Health professionals who had worked with people with SCI within the last 10 years were invited to participate in an online survey. Results were analyzed using content analysis and descriptive statistics. The 39 participants were from a range of health professions including medical, allied health, nursing, and peer support. Participants worked in various service settings, wi...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - August 6, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Professional Educational Opportunities
(Source: Sexuality and Disability)
Source: Sexuality and Disability - August 4, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Dating in the Digital Age: A Content Analysis of Dating Websites Designed for Disabled People
AbstractIn our current collective sexual sphere, a range of digital sexual fields, such as mobile applications and dating websites, provide new opportunities for sexual actors to meet partners, negotiate their self-presentation, and explore niche desires. This exploratory qualitative study examines online dating websites catered to disabled people to understand the language and imagery employed in these niche sexual fields. Drawing on a sexual fields framework (Green, 2014), this article analyzed 26 dating websites through a content analysis. Websites emphasized the narrative of disabled people overcoming isolation and acc...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - August 3, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
A Pictorial Sexual Knowledge Scale for Male High School Students with Intellectual Disabilities in Taiwan
AbstractThe aim of this study was to develop a pictorial scale for use in assessing the sexual knowledge of male high school students with intellectual disabilities studying at special education schools in Taiwan. A pictorial scale with 40 multiple-choice items was developed to assess the participants' relevant knowledge. Each item consisted of a written question and corresponding illustrations. A total of 181 male high school students in Taiwan participated in the study. Construct validity using exploratory factor analysis generated 26 items formatted into six subscales: puberty and physiology, body boundaries, proper tou...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - August 1, 2022 Category: Disability Source Type: research
