Sexuality Education and Autism: Ethical Perspectives

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Price
$25.00
Publication Date
March 26, 2025

Time: 1 hour, 17 minutes
Credit: 1.5 BACB

Gaining Stakeholder Support for Adaptive Skills and Sexuality Education

Part 8 of the Sexuality on the Spectrum Series

Instructor: Shanna Bahry, PhD, BCBA-D

Abstract

This course empowers behavior analysts to confidently address sexuality education for individuals with autism spectrum disorder. Dr. Cauchi guides you through ethical considerations, such as scope of competence and rapport building, and provides practical strategies for developing effective interventions, even with limited research. Learn a person-centered approach that prioritizes skills significantly impacting the client's life while respecting their personal liberties.

Learning Checklist
  1. Define ethics and ethical decision-making in the context of behavior analysis

  2. Analyze ethical considerations related to sexuality education for individuals with autism spectrum disorder such as scope of competence and dual relationships

  3. Describe how to balance habilitation with personal liberties, ensuring individuals have the right to make choices

  4. Explain the importance of prioritizing skills that will have a significant impact on an individual's life

  5. Apply the principles of behavior analysis to approach sexuality education effectively and ethically

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