Developing a universal sex education curriculum that would apply to all individuals on the autism spectrum is no easy task — if that task is even possible. But if we include at least these 9 things, we can become empowered.
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9 Things You Must Include in Sexuality Education for Individuals with ASD
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Also tagged ASD, autism, communication, education, gender, inclusion, sexuality
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The Science of Autism and Orgasm
Let’s make one thing clear: people with autism do experience orgasms. But how different is the orgasm experience for an autistic individual? Is it more intense? Is it less intense? Is it the same? We dive into the topic head-on and address the possible aspects and challenges that are unique to individuals on the autism spectrum.
Posted in Sex & Intimacy
Also tagged ASD, autism, education, genitals, intimacy, orgasm, oxytocin, pressure, puberty, research, self-control, sensitivity, sensory
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Can individuals with ASDs enjoy spontaneous sex?
According to a number of sex experts, magazine columnists, and the vast majority of the sexually active population, there is a beauty to spontaneity, and claim it is essential to keep sex spontaneous in order to make intimacy more exciting and enjoyable. Tell that to an autistic individual, or someone who works with or dates an autistic individual, and chances are you’ll get a very different take on the matter.
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Also tagged ASD, Asperger's, autism, foreplay, intimacy, routines & rituals, scripts, sex drive
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So What’s the Fascination with Autism and Sex?
Posted in Sex & Disability, Sex & Love in the Media
Also tagged "Adam", "Mozart and the Whale", adolescents, autism, developmental disabilities, Emilia Murry Ramey, hormones, Jerry Newport, Jody John Ramey, love, Mary Newport, Paul DeSavino, puberty, relationships, sex drive, sex talk, sexuality
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