Examining literature that tells us what people with intellectual disability (PWID) think and feel
about their sexual lives may enable families and professionals to offer a more person …

People with intellectual disabilities (PID) share the same needs for affectionate and intimate
relationships as other people. In this study, a review of the literature was performed to (a) …

The sexual development of young people with intellectual disabilities is a marker of their
transition to adulthood and affects their sense of well being and identity. Cognitive …

Background Despite a recent ideological shift towards the recognition of sexual autonomy
for people with an intellectual disability (ID), there are continuing social and cultural barriers …

This chapter reflects on the current state of knowledge concerning the sexuality and
reproduction of adults with intellectual disability (ID), encompassing sexual expression …

The sexuality of people with disabilities is often conceptualized as asexual. Furthermore,
public discourse regards people with disabilities as highly prone to sexual abuse. The few …

Background People with intellectual disabilities face attitudinal and service barriers when
attempting to form intimate relationships. To date, their experiences and views are under …

The purpose of this qualitative case study research was to explore how adults with mild
intellectual disabilities (ID) live out their social-sexual lives. Findings revealed the …

The aims of this review were to systematically identify, critically appraise and synthesize the
results of existing qualitative literature exploring the views and experiences of intimate …

Drawing extensively on personal experiences, this important volume looks at sexuality and
relationships in the lives of people with intellectual disabilities, painting a genuine picture of …