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Autism and Sexuality: Overcoming Barriers and Supporting Healthy Expression
Thursday, Jan. 25, 2024
12:00pm to 1:00pm
Organized by:
Autism Society Alberta's Family Resource Centres
Jan.
25
25
This presentation focuses on the unique challenges individuals with autism face regarding sexuality. It sheds light on how autism-related differences in sensory processing and social communication can impact sexual development and expression.
This presentation focuses on the unique challenges individuals with autism face regarding sexuality. It sheds light on how autism-related differences in sensory processing and social communication can impact sexual development and expression. We will discuss barriers to healthy sexual expression and provide practical strategies for educators, healthcare professionals, and caregivers. The session emphasizes the need for tailored sexual education and supportive environments to respect and fulfill the sexual rights of those on the autism spectrum.
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