Sexuality & Disability

By Maddie Blackburn

Sexuality and Disability covers important topics such as body image and self-esteem, adolescence, genetics, continence, abuse, legal matters and ethics. Emphasis is on physical problems and their associated psychological consequences. Case histories provide personal insights and sex education guidelines for the disabled are also supplied.

This groundbreaking new book will enable health professionals to further the capacity and freedom of young disabled people to enjoy and express their sexuality without exploitation, oppression, physical or emotional harm.Tackles this sensitive and important area in a realistic wayProfessional awareness and knowledge of the complex issues surrounding sexuality and disablement ARE increasedProvides practical advice and tips for professionals supporting and advising disabled people, including advice on legal issues

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0750622520
• ISBN13: 9780750622523
• Release Date: October 2002
• Publisher: Butterworth-Heinemann
• Length: 216 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 9.0" x 0.5" x 6.0"