The Intersection of Sexual Development & the Need for Direct Care
Description:
This training outlines the needs, realities, and barriers of people who require direct care related to sexual development. It also identifies the widespread implicit biases against sexuality and disabilities / disorders, and examines the four primary outcomes that lead to a lower quality of life for a supported person following a sexual incident.
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Learning Objectives:
Understand how a need for direct care impacts and impedes sexual development
Articulate the implicit biases a majority of people hold against sexuality and disabilities / disorders
Learn the most common outcomes for a supported person who is involved in a sexual incident
Recognize how parents and care professionals need to work together to foster healthy sexual development
This Training is Available in the Following Formats:
Half Day (3 hours)
Continuing Education Credits:
CEUs in Oregon and Washington in process
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