We look at how autism affects sex and intimacy. Here are some ways in which autistic people’s sensory experience may impact their experience of sex and, by extension, their experiences of relationships and their sense of self Communication and sensory issues can make sex more complicated for autistic people, but we're far from sexless. Like nonaffected adults, individuals with autism spectrum disorders (asds) show the entire range of sexual behaviors Learn about sensory needs, communication, and intimacy in neurodiverse relationships Sexual victimization autistic folks may be more vulnerable to sexual victimization than neurotypical individuals
7 this includes being coerced or tricked into having sex with someone who may appear to care about them As a result of challenges related to understanding social cues, autistic people may be more susceptible to sexual abuse. Adults with autism can absolutely have fulfilling relationships and sex lives Learn how to express your sexuality and have safe sex as an autistic person.
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