Disclosing an Invisible Disability During a Romantic Relationship: Schizophrenia and Epilepsy
This study aims to examine the effect of disclosing an invisible disability on the partner ’s willingness to continue a relationship, as a function of the type of disability disclosed, the timing of its disclosure, gender, and the negative affects the disclosure aroused. A total of 311 college students without disabilities read a randomized scenario in which the subject of the evaluatio n was exposed to the partner’s invisible disability, and then completed the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule to measure the subject of evaluation's affects following the disclosure. Finally, participants rated the subject of evalua...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - March 1, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Professional Educational Opportunities
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Source: Sexuality and Disability - March 1, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
From the Editor of Sexuality and Disability: “Thank You” to Those Who Collect, Analyze, and Present Informational Findings. “Thank You” to Those Who Share Their Personal Lives and Experiences
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Source: Sexuality and Disability - March 1, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
The Effect of Sexual Counseling Based on EX ‑PLISSIT Model on Improving the Sexual Function of Married Women with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus: A Randomized Controlled Trial
AbstractSystemic Lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a multisystem autoimmune disease. This disease triggers sexual dysfunction due to physiological, cognitive and mental effects. Since sexual function is often ignored in these patients, this study aimed to investigate the effect of sexual counseling based on EX ‑PLISSIT model on improving the sexual function of married women with SLE. This clinical trial was conducted on 101 married women suffering from SLE (18–49 years) residing in Tehran. Randomization was performed by random block allocation with six blocks in a rheumatology clinic. A demographic q uestionnaire, the Depr...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - February 27, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
It ’s a Taboo: Women with Disabilities Applying for Psychological Counseling Due to Romantic Relationship and Sexual Problems
AbstractThe aim of this research was to explore the experiences of a sample of disabled women about problems with romantic relationships/sexual life. For the study, eight disabled women between the ages of 20 and 38 years were contacted. One theme to emerge was"sexuality as taboo" related to the family. It also seemed that these taboos led to women not receiving health information during adolescence. A second theme to emerge was"forbidden before marriage", which means that women with disabilities were prevented from dating and having sexual intercourse before marriage. A third theme to emerge was"...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - February 17, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Romantic Relationships and Adults with IDD in Inclusive Supported Living: Considerations, Complexities, and Opportunities
This study investigates the experiences and perspectives on romantic relationships regarding adults with IDD involved in an inclusive supported living program. We asked residents with IDD, their parents, graduate student residents (without disabilities), and organization staff for their insights into the romantic relationships of adults with IDD and how the organization could better support those relationships. The residents with IDD described romantic relationships in various ways, but all emphasized their importance. Participants discussed an array of challenges in this area, including difficulty meeting people to date, ...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - February 14, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
The Effect of Sex Education Intervention on Sexual Knowledge of Female Adolescents with Intellectual Disabilities
AbstractThe present study sought to evaluate the effectiveness of a Sex Education Intervention on sexual knowledge in a group of female adolescents with intellectual disabilities. This research was conducted in a pretest-posttest design with a control group. The sample included 30 female adolescents with intellectual disabilities that were selected through convenience sampling and randomly divided into two groups: an experimental group and a control group (15 participants in each group). The experimental group received 18 sessions of a Sex Education Intervention while the control group did not receive this intervention. As...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - February 10, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
From the Editor of Sexuality and Disability: “Thank You” to Those Who Collect, Analyze, and Present Informational Findings. “Thank You” to Those Who Share Their Personal Lives and Experiences
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Source: Sexuality and Disability - February 7, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
‘More than just the Curriculum to Deal with’: Experiences of Teachers Delivering Sex and Relationship Education to People with Intellectual Disabilities
AbstractInterviews with fifteen teachers and educators delivering sex and relationships education to people with intellectual disabilities were conducted. The aim of the study was to investigate their experiences and views. Thematic analysis was used to look for patterns and themes in the verbatim transcripts. Three main themes were identified: challenges when delivering sex education, how to overcome these difficulties, and important topics for sex and relationships education. Implications for delivering sex and relationships education for people with intellectual disabilities and support needed for teachers are discussed...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - February 6, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Professional Educational Opportunities
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Source: Sexuality and Disability - February 2, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Disclosing an Invisible Disability During a Romantic Relationship: Schizophrenia and Epilepsy
This study aims to examine the effect of disclosing an invisible disability on the partner ’s willingness to continue a relationship, as a function of the type of disability disclosed, the timing of its disclosure, gender, and the negative affects the disclosure aroused. A total of 311 college students without disabilities read a randomized scenario in which the subject of the evaluatio n was exposed to the partner’s invisible disability, and then completed the Positive and Negative Affect Schedule to measure the subject of evaluation's affects following the disclosure. Finally, participants rated the subject of evalua...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - January 27, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Thoughts, Attitudes and Experiences of Parents of Children with Disabilities in the Republic of North Macedonia About Comprehensive Sexuality Education
AbstractWhen it comes to sexuality education, people with disabilities are often left out of the conversation. Many believe that these people are asexual, sexually inactive, that they do not need sexual education, that they cannot and should not have sexual relations and cannot/should not have love relationships and start a family. The main purpose of the research is to determinate thoughts, attitudes, knowledge and personal experience of the parents of children with disabilities regarding comprehensive sexuality education of their children. The data were collected through a survey of 54 respondents, parents of persons/chi...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - January 9, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
Mothers of Adults with Intellectual Disabilities: Experiences, Perceptions and Influences on Their Sons ’ and Daughters’ Romantic and Sexual Lives
This study explored the views and experiences of nine mothers of adult individuals with mild and moderate ID in relation to their children’s romantic and sexual lives. Data was collected using semi-structured interviews and analyzed using Interpretative Phenomenological Analysis. Findings suggested that mothers held positive, but sometimes ambivalent, attitudes towards their children’s romantic and sexual lives. They assumed the dual role of a facilitator and a protector, and although they generally expressed a commitment to supporting romantic experiences, they viewed sexual experiences with caution due to fears relat...
Source: Sexuality and Disability - January 6, 2023 Category: Disability Source Type: research
