Sexual dysfunction in couples with learning handicaps (original) (raw)

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This article describes the sexual dysfunctions experienced by couples in which both partners have learning and/or developmental disabilities. It addresses issues of frequently contributing factors in their development and specific concerns that arise in their treatment. The importance of raising clinicians' awareness and sensitivity about sexual dysfunction among the learning handicapped is discussed.

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1. Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Science, USA
   Linda Andron M.S.W. (Adjunct Lecturer)
2. the University of California, Los Angeles Neuro-Psychiatric Institute and Hospital, USA
   Joseph Ventura M.A. (Research Associate)

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1. Linda Andron M.S.W.
2. Joseph Ventura M.A.

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Andron, L., Ventura, J. Sexual dysfunction in couples with learning handicaps.Sex Disabil 8, 25–35 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01112432

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• Issue date: March 1987
• DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01112432

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