Sex education for people with intellectual disabilities A qualitative study into the support required by the relatives of people with intellectual disabilities

Sexuality amongst people with intellectual disabilities remains a taboo subject even in the 21st century. The aim of this study is to determine whether, and to what extent, people with intellectual disabilities and their families receive long-term support in the area of sexuality (from childhood through to adulthood). To this end, sex education in schools was also analysed. The 'Special Love Talks' project was chosen as the model for sex education, as it involves all three groups (people with intellectual disabilities, their families and carers). The model is constantly being further developed.