Description
Preparing, Not Avoiding: Discussing Sexuality with Autistic Boys
This course is designed to empower parents and caregivers with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the complex journey of puberty and sexuality with autistic boys. By utilizing a strength-based approach, participants will learn to provide honest, clear, and sensitive communication that fosters self-awareness and protects youth from potential exploitation.
Course Learning Goals
Understanding Autism and Sexuality: Review the characteristics of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and how a strength-based perspective can effectively frame discussions about sexuality.
Practical Communication Strategies: Learn to use concrete, literal language and visual aids to make information accessible.
Navigating Physical Changes: Gain practical scripts and strategies to discuss body parts, private parts, and the onset of puberty, including erections and wet dreams.
Managing Sensory Challenges: Identify and support the unique sensory experiences and distress that often accompany bodily changes in autistic boys.
Social Rules and Boundaries: Clearly define the distinction between public and private behaviors, physical attraction, and the nuances of consent.
Safety and Protection: Provide guidance and scripts for discussing sensitive topics such as pornography and sexual abuse to ensure youth feel informed and safe.
COURSE HIGHLIGHTS
- RESOURCES: Access to several mental health/ parenting resources
- SUPPORT: Access to the instructor who teaches the course should any questions arise
- LIFETIME ACCESS: No rush to complete
- SELF-PACED STUDY: No timeline for completion of the course.
WHO IS THIS COURSE FOR:
This course is primarily designed for parents and caregivers of autistic youth, specifically those supporting autistic boys.
The content is tailored to help these adults navigate sensitive developmental milestones and provide their children with the tools needed for a safe, informed adulthood. Key audiences include:
- Parents and Caregivers: Those seeking practical strategies and specific scripts to discuss body parts, puberty, and sexuality with autistic boys.
- Individuals supporting children with various needs: While focused on autism, conversations can be adjusted based on a child’s specific cognitive or developmental level, including those with intellectual disabilities.
DISCLAIMER:
All courses offered by ICP are for individual use only. Using them for corporate/group training, or shared purposes are a violation of copyright law. Furthermore, all products/services provided by the Institute of Child Psychology, along with all workshop materials, are strictly for educational purposes only and cannot be categorized as psychological or mental health services.
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