Relationship Building & Sexual Awareness for Kids with Autism

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Susan Heighway. Relationship Building & Sexual Awareness for Kids with Autism

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Acknowledgements

Many colleagues and friends were involved in the completion of this guidebook. It is with gratitude that we extend our thanks to the following people:

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Guidelines for Parents and Support Providers

Parents are generally considered the primary sexuality educators for their children. From the beginning, a child’s sexuality is influenced by early family experiences, and guidance is received from caregivers. A family environment that supports the sexuality of the child in positive ways—such as through appropriate touching while bathing, dressing, and playing—leads to pleasure and pride in the child’s body and an established sense of well-being. Positive early experiences provide the adolescent with a good basis for responding to changes during puberty.

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