Human Sexuality Review

Question 1

What are the results if lower rates of HIV testing and treatment in the disability sector?

Answer 1

Delayed diagnosis and poorer health outcomes

Question 2

Who says that the disabled group is less likely to receive sexual and reproductive bleary and information services?

Answer 2

The World Health Organization

Question 3

What are spiritual and religious beliefs intertwined with?

Answer 3

Sexuality

Question 4

How many times higher is sexual violence in individuals with disabilities?

Answer 4

3 times higher

Question 5

What percentage of woman with disabilities will experience sexual assault in their lifetime?

Answer 5

83%

Question 6

What percentage of individuals with disabilities report being sexually active?

Answer 6

60%

Question 7

What percentage of adults with disabilities express a desire for a partner and intimacy?

Answer 7

80%

Question 8

What are romantic relationships?

Answer 8

Interpersonal bonds characterized by emotional intimacy, affection and often sexual attraction between 2 or more individuals

Question 9

What is monogamy?

Answer 9

A romantic relationship between 2 individuals who are committed exclusively to eachother

Question 10

What is an example of physical sexual abuse?

Answer 10

A forced sexual act

Question 11

What is a characteristic of verbal sexual abuse?

Answer 11

Sexually explicit comments or jokes

Question 12

What does emotional sexual abuse involve?

Answer 12

Manipulation of an individual’s emotions and vulnerabilities to engage in sexual activities

Question 13

How does online sexual abuse occur?

Answer 13

Through digital or online platforms

Question 14

Why are individuals often attracted to others for?

Answer 14

Similar interests, values, attitudes and backgrounds

Question 15

What is post traumatic stress disorder?

Answer 15

A psychological trauma individuals with disabilities may experience as a result of sexual abuse

Question 16

What does understanding sexual behaviour involve?

Answer 16

Recognizing its diversity, complexity, and factors influencing individual preferences and experiences

Question 17

What are factors that may increase the risk of sexual abuse?

Answer 17

Limited access to resources and support networks

Question 18

What does “Questioning” refer to?

Answer 18

Individuals who are exploring their sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and have not yet settled on a label

Question 19

What is “coming out”?

Answer 19

The princess of revealing one’s own sexual orientation or gender identity to others. It’s often in stages and in varying degrees of disclosure. It is heavily impacted by cultural attitudes and familial acceptable and personal safety gave a huge impact on it

Question 20

In what form do LGTBQ+ individuals face discrimination?

Answer 20

In the form of harassment, violence and social exclusion

Question 21

What influenced societal attitudes toward disability and sexuality during the Middle Agee and the Renaissance?

Answer 21

Religious beliefs

Question 22

What was a common practice towards individuals with disabilities during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance?

Answer 22

Hiding them away from society in almshouses, asylums or institutions

Question 23

How does society often view the disabled as?

Answer 23

Being desexualized and infantilized beings

Question 24

Why are LGBTQ+ individuals disproportionately impacted by mental health challenges like depression, anxiety and suicide?

Answer 24

Due to intense experiences of stigma, rejection and discrimination

Question 25

What is a fundamental human right?

Answer 25

The right to reproductive autonomy

Question 26

What is the impact of sexual abuse?

Answer 26

Profound and long lasting causing physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and sexual issues

Question 27

Why is reproductive autonomy particularly significant for disabled individuals?

Answer 27

Because it intersects with issues of bodily autonomy and independence

Question 28

How can clear boundaries be set?

Answer 28

By using assertive communication, non-verbal cues and limitation identification

Question 29

What are desexualization and infantilization?

Answer 29

Societal attitudes which contribute to the neglect of sexual education and support services for this sector

Question 30

How should sexual education for the disabled be delivered?

Answer 30

In a comprehensive, inclusive and accessible manner

Question 31

What are examples of teaching methods which accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities?

Answer 31

Role playing activities, multimedia presentations and peer led workshops

Question 32

What should be done in order to make sexual education material accessible to those with different communication needs and sensory abilities?

Answer 32

Information should be provided in multiple formats including written materials, visual aids, and videos with sign language interpretation

Question 33

Who should sexual education be provided for?

Answer 33

Across the lifespan including children, teens and adults

Question 34

What should sexual education programs for individuals with disabilities consider?

Answer 34

The unique needs and developmental stages of all participants

Question 35

What are barriers to those with mobility disabilities when attempting to access sexual health services?

Answer 35

Inadequate physical accessibility features in healthcare facilities

Question 36

What should healthcare providers receive in order to effectively communicate with individuals with disabilities?

Answer 36

Disability awareness, communication techniques and best practice for addressing sexual health needs training

Question 37

What is sexual coercion?

Answer 37

The use of force, manipulation or pressure to engage in sexual activity without consent

Question 38

What is consent?

Answer 38

A voluntary, enthusiastic and mutual agreement to engage in sexual activity

Question 39

What do boundaries in sexual relationships promote?

Answer 39

Healthy, consensual interactions and assert autonomy

Question 40

How can consent be revoked?

Answer 40

By verbal and nonverbal cues indicating withdrawal of consent

Question 41

What systemic barriers when seeking justice first sexual abuse might include when talking about disability?

Answer 41

Lack of disability inclusive support services

Question 42

What is a lesbian?

Answer 42

The term used to describe a woman who is primarily attracted to other women

Question 43

What is gay?

Answer 43

The term often describing men who are primarily attracted to other men

Question 44

What does the term bisexual refer to?

Answer 44

Individuals who are attracted to multiple genders

Question 45

What does transgender refer to?

Answer 45

Those who’s gender differs from the sex assigned to them at birth

Question 46

What are hormonal fluctuations?

Answer 46

Biological factors which influence sexual desire, pleasure and arousal

Question 47

What do neurotransmitters do in the context of sexual motivation and satisfaction?

Answer 47

Influence sexual desire, pleasure and satisfaction

Question 48

What helps shape individual attitudes, beliefs and behaviours related to sexuality?

Answer 48

Early experiences and upbringing

Question 49

What are thoughts and fantasies about sex?

Answer 49

Psychological factors which can impact sexual functioning and behaviour

Question 50

What can impact sexual functioning and behaviour?

Answer 50

Emotions like love, stress and mood