Abstract
There is a general lack of correct sexual information and understanding within the deaf culture. Likewise, in the literature, there is a paucity of information on sexuality in this culture. This paper attempts to explore this area by raising questions about psychosexual development of deaf people, describing their sexual behaviors and problems, and recommends training to develop skilled manpower to deal with problems as well as research to achieve a better understanding of sexuality in deafness.
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Dr. Robinson is the Associate Superintendent for Psychiatry at Saint Elizabeths Hospital; and Lecturer, Department of Psychology at Gallaudet College (The only liberal arts college in the world for deaf people) — both in Washington, D.C. The opinions expressed in this paper are not necessarily those of the Department of Health, Education and Welfare, nor of Gallaudet College.
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Robinson, L.D. Sexuality and the deaf culture. Sex Disabil 2, 161–168 (1979). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01100787
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/BF01100787