Time: 2 hours, 3 minutes
Credit: 2.5 BACB
Practical Strategies for Teaching Sexual Health and Autonomy
Part 4 of the Sexuality on the Spectrum Series
Instructor: Shane Spiker, PhD, BCBA-D, IBA
Abstract
Dr. Shane Spiker, PhD, BCBA-D, IBA, explores the often neglected world of sexuality education and sexual health for adolescents and adults with autism. Learn about the latest national standards, the psychosocial development of adolescents, and the behavioral issues that might arise at their intersection. Discover helpful assessment and intervention strategies and techniques for teaching about sexuality that support sexual health, as well as how to address important legal and ethical concerns through practical examples of applied in real-world settings.
Learning Checklist
Understand the landscape of sexuality education and sexual health for adolescents and adults with autism
Identify appropriate goals for sexuality education based on individual needs and abilities
Develop effective teaching strategies and interventions to address a variety of sexual health topics
Analyze the legal and ethical considerations related to sexuality education and sexual health for this population
Explore practical examples of how to apply these principles in real-world settings
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