GLOBAL Webinars January 2024

Healthy Sexuality and Adults with Down Syndrome

Overview

This informative GLOBAL Webinar discussed why it is important to teach sexuality education to people with Down syndrome; what topics should be addressed to promote healthy, meaningful, and safe relationships; and how to talk about sexuality in a positive and appropriate way with adults with Down syndrome.

The webinar attracted over 300 registrants from 39 states and 9 countries (Albania, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Costa Rica, Denmark, Iraq, Israel, and the United Kingdom).

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Dr. Katie Frank has worked as an occupational therapist at the Adult Down Syndrome Center since 2016 and in the field of occupational therapy since 2001. She also serves as the president of the Down Syndrome Medical Interest Group-USA. Dr. Frank earned her degree in occupational therapy from Saint Louis University and her PhD in Disability Studies from the University of Illinois at Chicago. Most of her work has been with individuals with Down syndrome of all ages. Dr. Frank’s experience includes treatment and evaluation as well as facilitating groups for people with Down syndrome, conducting trainings for staff, families, and caregivers, and offering a variety of other educational opportunities across the United States. Her research has been published in peer-reviewed journals.

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If you have a family member or dear friend with Down syndrome, this webinar is for you! Not a Member? Join today! THANK YOU for supporting GLOBAL and our important work!