Readiness and Stress Management of Parents for Students with Special Education Needs Related to Sexual Health Education Prepareration

Abstract

Studies found, there is great cultural resistance to sexuality education in Asian culture. Most parents traditionally believe that talking to children about sexuality can encourage these children to engage in early sexual activity which can result in uncontrolled sexual activity. Studies also pointed out that most parents in Iran are quite confused about sexuality education and how it should be carried out. For teenage girls in Iran, parents face many challenges in educating their daughters about sexuality education. The results of the study found that sexuality education is very important for students with special educational needs (SED) with autism spectrum disorders and intellectual disabilities. This group of students is often exposed to sexual abuse and the results of other sexual behaviors. MBPK parents with autism spectrum disorder say their biggest fear is sexual abuse and misunderstandings that may occur because of their child's behavior. While individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities are reported to experience higher rates of sexual abuse than their peers.