Puberty, Sexuality and Relationships: A workshop for parents and carers of people with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders
Link to register for the pre-recorded webinar >>
Webinar description
The topic of sexuality can be an area of concern for parents and carers of people with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders. They are often worried about opening a 'can of worms' by talking to their child about sexuality.
People with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders are often assumed to be non-sexual and fears around explitation and hurtful situations are persistent realities. Research shows that people with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders have the same sexual desires and needs as the rest of the community and therefore need the same support and education around puberty, sexuality and relationships.
Education around puberty, sexuality and relationships for people with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders has been proven to increase knowledge and self-esteem, facilitate community participation, and improve decision making and self-protection skills.
Join the team at Family Planning NSW for an interactive webinar that will provide parents and carers with much needed information and resources about puberty, sexuality and realtionships. Our workshops help parents and carers to gain a clearer understanding of their child's developing sexuality and strategies to suppor their personal development in a positive way.
This workshop will cover issues across the lifespan including:
- disability and sexuality
- preparing for puberty
- decision making and safety
- taking care of health and hygiene
- supporting positive and safe sexual expression
- tips for talking about sex and answering tricky questions
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This workshop won a 2017 NSW Disability Innovation Award in the category 'Innovation in improving outcomes for children and young people'.
Who is the workshop for?
Parents, foster parents, relatives and other unpaid carers of people with intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders of all ages are welcome.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept registrations from professionals for this event.
This workshop is not intended for service providers. Please visit our website for information regarding professional education and training.
