Sex education materials and programs do exist that are designed to meet the needs of youth who live with physical, emotional, and/or mental disabilities. Whether these young people go to public or special school, live at home or in an institution, they need appropriate sex education and creative teaching methods. Although these general guidelines will be helpful, content and teaching methods must be particularized to meet the individual’s need. Read on for a list of resources for providing young people with important information and skills.
Recommended Books Behaviour Self! Using Behavioural Concepts to Understand and Work with People with Developmental Disabilities
Dave Hingsburger
Diverse City Press, October 1996
ISBN: 1896230067
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Changing Inappropriate Sexual Behavior: A Community-Based Approach for Persons With Developmental Disabilities
Dorothy M. Griffiths, Vernon L. Quinsey, and David Hingsburger
Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co., 1989
ISBN: 1557660093
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The Facts of Life...and More
Sexuality and Intimacy for People with Intellectual Disabilities
Leslie Walker-Hirsch, M.Ed.,FAAMR (editor)
Brookes Publishing Co., 2007
ISBN: 1557667144
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Just Say Know!: Understanding and Reducing the Risk of Sexual Victimization of People with Developmental Disabilities
Dave Hingsburger
Diverse City Press, 1995
ISBN: 1896230008
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Sexuality and Women With Learning Disabilities
Michelle McCarthy
Jessica Kingsley Publisher, 1999
ISBN: 1853027308
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Sexuality: Your Sons and Daughters With Intellectual Disabilities
Karin Melberg Schwier, David Hingsburger, and Dave Hingsburger
Paul H. Brookes Publishing Co., 2000
ISBN: 1557664285
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Socialization and Sexuality: A Comprehensive Training Guide for Professionals Helping People with Disabilities that Hinder Learning
Winifred Kempton
Winifred Kempton Associates, 2003
ISBN: 0971076707
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A Treasure Chest of Behavioral Strategies for Individuals With Autism
Beth Fouse & Maria Wheeler
Future Horizons, August 1997
ISBN: 1885477368
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Working with People with Challenging Behaviors: A Guide for Educators and Caregivers
Nathan E. Ory
CBAC Challenging Behavior Analysis and Consultation, 1995
ISBN: 0968456502
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