Sexuality, fertility and contraception in disability
Leavesley, G.; Porter, J.
Contraception 26(4): 417-441
1982
ISSN/ISBN: 0010-7824 PMID: 6217948 DOI: 10.1016/0010-7824(82)90106-8Document Number: 389532
In this review, the authors describe ways in which particular disabilities may affect sexual performance, fertility, menstruation, and pregnancy. The special contraceptive needs of people with various physical and mental disabilities are discussed, with each method of contraception being discussed along with its indications for use by people with these various disabilities. The authors conclude that if family planning services are to be improved for people with disabilities, those providing the services must increase their awareness and acceptance of sexuality in disabled people.