Who should attend? This workshop is for parents and guardians of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities ages 18 and younger.

About the session: As parents and guardians, we understand that talking about sexuality can be a difficult task and we often worry whether talking about it gives permission and whether they can be safe from harm when they are in relationships. This session will help you become more comfortable discussing this topic by exploring what to cover when and the most effective ways to talk about this sensitive topic.

Goals in this session:

1. Examine barriers to talking about sexuality.

2. Gain knowledge about sexuality and developmental disabilities.

3. Acquire and practice skills in communicating about sexuality with our children.

Agenda Together:

Introduction
What is Sexual Health?
Barriers to Communicating
Sexual Development
Topic to Cover
Tips for Talking
Practice
Wrap-up

Talking With Kids About Relationships