Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
Volume 13 | Issue 4
The sexual lives of women with intellectual disability (ID) are complicated by a variety of personal and cultural barriers. They experience double stigma and prejudice, one due to their handicap and the other due to their gender. They have low level of competencies that would allow them to better manage their sexuality; consequently, they have low level of control over their own health. Additionally, families with disabled members may choose to ‘hide’ them because of the stigma associated with them. They hinder access to sexual and reproductive health information and services, which is harmful to their health and wellbeing. This aim of the study is to analyze the issues related to sexual health that women with intellectual disabilities face. Our research suggests that in order to assist women with intellectual disabilities in acquiring the skills required to form relationships, comprehend sexual and romantic relationships, and engage in safe sex when they choose this option, sexuality education in schools that is tailored to their level of understanding is crucial. Along with the education and healthcare institutions, families should provide women with ID the opportunity to talk about and make their own decisions around their sexual needs.