On-SIte Program for the 2023 ATRA Annual Conference September 9 - 12, 2023
*Sessions subject to change.
* ALL CEUs have been approved by NCTRC.
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Connecting the Dots: Supporting Positive Sexuality and Sexual Health for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Session Description
This session is designed to help recreational therapists explore their level of comfort in supporting the sexuality and sexual health needs of clients with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). This interactive session will uncover the barriers, debunk the myths, and set the framework for establishing best practice standards and trauma-informed approaches when delivering sexuality and sexual health interventions with individuals with IDD. Participants will engage in various instructional activities using evidence-based methods to strengthen their professional competency and knowledge on how to navigate and support the development of healthy romantic and sexual relationships within practice.
Learning Outcomes
1. Identify sexuality and sexual health rights, laws, and policies that are centered on an individuals with IDD ability to make the best choices for their lives
2. State 4 facts to debunk the myths and misconceptions associated with sexuality and sexual health education with individuals with IDD
3. Identify 4 intervention tools that can be used to increase sexuality and sexual health knowledge, understanding and/or skills of individuals with IDD
4. Identify 3 strategies used for support sexual wellness among individuals with IDD
Presentation Track: Select ALL that Apply
Community
Schools
Target Audience
New Graduates/New Professionals
Mid-Career Professionals
Seasoned Professionals
Primary Presenter
Thea Kavanaugh, REAL Therapeutics, LLC
Credentials
MPH, CTRS, CHES, FDRT