Sexuality Education for Students with Disabilities

Description

People with disabilities have traditionally been denied access to sexuality education or the free expression of sexuality. Through a disability studies lens, this book considers the historical, legal, and ethical implications of sexuality education for people with disabilities. Editors Gibbon, Monaco, and Bateman and their contributors discuss the roles of family, culture, entertainment, education, and social media as they relate to sexuality education and explore contextual concepts such as intersectionality, the range of disabling conditions, and the connections between adolescent development and disability.The text concludes with recommendations to support people with disabilities in the transition to adulthood. The editors advocate for public policy improvements and a call to action for students, teachers, and families. Contents Chapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Disability Studies Chapter 3: Ethics Chapter 4: Intersectionality Chapter 5: Students with High- and Low-­Incidence and Physical Disabilities Chapter 6: Physical and Cognitive Effects of Puberty on People with Disabilities Chapter 7: The Team Chapter 8: Individualized Education Program and Sexuality Education Chapter 9: Comprehensive Sexuality and Relationship Education Curriculum and Teaching Strategies Chapter 10: Transitional Considerations Chapter 11: Sexuality Education Policy Chapter 12: Family Interactions and Culture Chapter 13: Entertainment and Social Media Chapter 14: Summary and Call to Action Appendix Glossary References Index About the Editors and Contributors