The role of social workers in supporting adults with intellectual disabilities with intimate relationships and sex

Authors

  • Anett Farkas University of Pécs, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Institute of Social Relations, Department of Community and Social Studies
  • Rebeka Jávor University of Pécs, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Institute of Social Relations, Department of Community and Social Studies

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.15170/SocRev.2021.14.02.01

Keywords:

intellectual disability, sexuality, relationships, social worker’s role

Abstract

It is widely believed that people with disabilities do not need relationships, love, touch and are unable to do so. There are many misconceptions about this group, yet little research has been conducted on these phenomena. Relevant questions are how dating with a person with intellectual disability takes place and how the family and the environment can help in this process. What options do they have for dating: location, dating sites, groups, etc.? What is such a relationship like, do they live together, if not, how often do they meet? What do they imagine about sex and where do they gain answers about it? How can a social worker help?

Author Biography

Anett Farkas, University of Pécs, Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, Institute of Social Relations, Department of Community and Social Studies

BA student

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Published

2021-12-31

How to Cite

Farkas, A., & Jávor, R. (2021). The role of social workers in supporting adults with intellectual disabilities with intimate relationships and sex. Social Review, 14(2), 1–13. https://doi.org/10.15170/SocRev.2021.14.02.01

Issue

Vol. 14 No. 2 (2021): The socio-cultural aspects of identity

Section

Empirical studies
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