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The use of computers and on-line services in conducting sexuality research with people who have physical disabilities

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The sexuality of individuals with severe physical disabilities is an extremely under-studied topic area. Part of the difficulty in conducting research in this domain involves overcoming many of the obstacles in gaining access to this population in addition to designing the methodology in such a way that it is possible for these individuals to participate. One promising technique that addresses many of these difficulties is the use of “on-line” computer services. Obtaining subjects in this manner has several advantages that are of particular importance with this population.

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  1. Department of Psychology, The University of Connecticut, 06040, Manchester, Connecticut

    Peter S. Gardos M.A.

  2. Department of Psychology, Georgia State University, 30303, Atlanta, Georgia

    Linda R. Mona M.A.

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Gardos, P.S., Mona, L.R. The use of computers and on-line services in conducting sexuality research with people who have physical disabilities. Sex Disabil 12, 251–259 (1994). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF02575317

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