This book investigates various experiences of teaching sexual and reproductive health to adolescents with disabilities. Following the adoption of the UNCRPD, adolescents with disabilities still commonly suffer from widespread violation of their rights particularly concerning sexual and reproductive health – often being viewed as either asexual or hypersexual. Contemporary societies do not readily encourage the participation of these young people in conversations or decision making processes concerning their own sexual and reproductive health. This book delves into such complex issues, critically examining how global communities attempt to teach sexual and reproductive issues to adolescents with disabilities in the modern era.
Author(s): Tafadzwa Rugoho, France Maphosa
Publisher: Palgrave Macmillan
Year: 2020
Language: English
Pages: 223
City: Cham
Contents
Notes on Contributors
List of Tables
1: Introduction: Locating Sexual and Reproductive Rights for Adolescents with Disabilities
Introduction
References
Part I: International Perspective
2: Availability of Training Programmes on Sexuality for Adolescents with Severe Disabilities: A Review
A Review of Available Sexuality Training Programmes that May Be Applicable for Adolescents with Severe Disabilities
Methods
Search Terms and Electronic Data Bases
Inclusion and Exclusion Criteria
Data Extraction and Programme Appraisal
Results
Programme Descriptions
Programme Curricula
Instructional Materials and Delivery Strategies
Programme Appraisal
Policy Recommendations
Recommendations for Future Research
References
3: Sexual and Reproductive Health Among Adolescent Girls with Disabilities: A Vicious Circle of Womanhood
Introduction
Disability Issues and Gender
Adolescent Girls with Disabilities
Access to Sanitary Facilities for Girls with Disabilities
Challenges During Menstruation Period
School Toilets and Sanitary Disposals
Transition to Womanhood for Girls with Disabilities
Broken Body and a Broken Future
Adolescents in Womanhood: A Vicious Circle of Maternal Health
Summary
References
4: Promoting Sexual and Reproductive Health of Adolescents with Disability: A Synthesis of Global Evidence and Possible Solutions for India
Promoting Sexual and Reproductive Health of Adolescents with Disability: A Synthesis of Global Evidence
Background
SRH Situation of Adolescents with Disability in India
Challenges to Sexuality Education of Adolescents with Disabilities
The Pathways to Promote Healthy Sexual Development of Adolescents with Disabilities
Pathways for Parents/Guardians
Pathways for Educators
Pathways for Health Care Professionals
Other Pathways
Discussion
Conclusion
References
5: Menstruation and the Girl with Visual Impairment
Introduction
Definition and Nature of Menstruation
Attitude to Menstruation
Practical Menstrual Management Tips for Girls Who Are Blind and Their Guardians
Identifying Menstrual Blood from Other Vaginal Secretion
Recognising Damp or Wet Underpants
Recognising Soiled Fabrics in the Absence of a Seeing Person
Conclusion
References
Part II: Country Studies
6: The Role of Teachers and Caregivers in Adolescent Girls with Disabilities’ Sex Education in the Lakes Region of Kenya
Introduction
Sex Education and Disability
The Role of Teachers and Parents/Caregivers
The Kenyan Context
Methodology
Study Context
Design
Participants and Procedure
Analytic Strategy
Findings
Sources of Sex Education and Information
Knowledge About Sexual Issues
Identities and Sex Education
Discussion
References
7: Teachers’ and Students with Disabilities’ Perception of Sexual and Reproductive Health Education in Secondary Schools in Tanzania
Introduction
Statement of the Problem
Research Objectives
This Chapter Seeks to Answer the Following Questions
Literature Review
The Conceptual Underpinnings of Adolescence and Disability
Empirical Literature
Models Conceptualizing Disability
Research Methods
Participants
Research Findings and Discussion
Teachers’ and Students’ Perception Toward SRH Education on Students with Disabilities in Mara and Tanga Regions in Tanzania
Students’ Perception on Sexual and Reproductive Health Education in Tanzania
Relevance of SRH Education to Adolescents with Disabilities in Secondary Schools
The Challenges of SRH Education to Students in Secondary Schools
Conclusion
References
8: Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Services: Insights to Experiences of Sexually Active Persons with Disabilities in South Africa
Introduction
Methods
Study Design and Context
Results
Knowledge Sources
Sexuality Education and Reproductive Needs
Experiences with Sexual and Reproductive Health Services
Discussion
Conclusions
References
9: Policy Issues and Challenges in Teaching Sexual and Reproductive Health to Adolescent Girls with Mental Disabilities in Nigeria: The Way Forward
Introduction
Examining the Right to Reproductive and Sexual Law
Legal Framework for the Protection of Adolescents
Disability Rights
Protection of the Mentally Challenged Adolescents
Making a Special Case for Mentally Disabled
Policy Issues
The 2006 United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities
Challenges of Disability and Non-inclusion
Challenges
General Regulations for Sexual Health Educators
Conclusions and Recommendations
References
Book
Chapter of a Book
Journal Article with DOI
Journal Article without DOI (when DOI Is Not Available)
Technical and Research Reports (Often with Corporate Authors)
Book Reviews
Statutes/Legislations/Declarations and Policies
Website with No Author or Date of Publication
10: Educating Adolescents with Visual Impairments on Sexual Reproductive Health and Rights in Resource-Poor Environments an Uphill Struggle: A Case Study of Practices from the Field in Zimbabwe
Introduction
Background
Methods
Data Collection
Positionality
Study Sample
Data Analysis
Ethical Considerations
Findings
Availability of Learning Materials
Accessibility of the Trainings
Affordability
Negative Attitudes
Discussion
Conclusion
References
11: Social Media as a Platform for Participating in Sexual and Reproductive Issues for People with Disabilities
Introduction
Methodology
Women Group
The Lounge
Spinal Injury Group
Discussion of Results
Conclusion
References
