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Sexuality and Disability in the Lives of Women with Intellectual Disabilities

Abstract  

This ethnography explored how sexuality was experienced among 14 adult women with intellectual disabilities. Data were gathered
through interviews and observations specifically to learn how the women talked about their sexuality, and how sexuality functioned
in their lives. Results discussed in this article indicate that most of the women functioned within disability centered environments
without having a disability identity; most women expressed an adult identity that resulted in their expectations of sexual
autonomy; and most women experienced sexuality limitations because of protective policies and programs. Discussion includes
implications for sexuality supports for women with intellectual disabilities.

  • Content Type Journal Article
  • Pages 1-13
  • DOI 10.1007/s11195-010-9190-4
  • Authors
    • Donna J. Bernert, Health Education and Promotion, School of Health Sciences, Kent State University, 145 Nixson Hall, 1225 Theater Drive, Kent, OH 44242-0001, USA
    • Journal Sexuality and Disability
    • Online ISSN 1573-6717
    • Print ISSN 0146-1044
Posted in: Journal Article Abstracts on 12/10/2010 | Link to this post on IFP |
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