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ArticleMateria socio-medica2024

Investigation of Sexual Education Programs for Adolescents With Autism and the Role of Parents in Providing Support.

Anastasia Panagiotakopoulou, Ilias Vasileiou, Dimitra V Katsarou

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Article in Materia socio-medica, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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3 authors.

Anastasia PanagiotakopoulouICPS, Athens, Greece.
Ilias VasileiouCollege for Humanistic Studies- ICPS, University of Central Lancashire.
Dimitra V KatsarouDepartment of Preschool Education Sciences and Edicational Design, University of the Aegean.

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Abstract

Background: Sexual education of adolescents with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a complex challenge, as the lack of specialized programs limits effective learning. Adolescents with ASD have difficulty understanding abstract concepts such as consent, personal boundaries and safety, which increases the risk of exploitation. Objective: This study seeks to examine the experiences and challenges parents face in providing sexuality education to their children with ASD, highlighting the need for programs that respond to the particular needs of these adolescents. Methods: The research was based on a qualitative methodology, using semi-structured interviews with 10 parents of adolescents with autism, aged 12-18 years. Thematic analysis of the data revealed important categories related to sexuality, consent, personal boundaries, and safety. Results: Parents face serious difficulties in communicating these issues with their children. The lack of specialized tools and limited support from the education system make it difficult to provide sex education. The need for practical examples and repeated teaching was emphasized. Conclusion: The research highlights the imperative to develop tailored sex education programs that will help adolescents with ASD understand critical concepts. Collaboration between parents, educators and health professionals is vital to strengthen sexuality education and protect adolescents from potential risks of exploitation.

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adolescentsAutism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)parentssex education

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PMID39712329
PMCPMC11662999

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