Sexuality and mental retardation: unmet challenges.
The new challenges in supporting people with mental retardation in the community, the nature and extent of the problem of sexual abuse in programs serving this population, and the differing judicial approaches taken to assessing their ability to consent to sexual relations were discussed. Potential sources of provider liability for harm caused to program participants were explained, and recommendations to improve practices were offered.
New York State Commission on Quality of Care, Albany 12210-2895.
C J
CJ
Sundram
P F
PF
Stavis
D002961:Civil Rights; D003156:Community Mental Health Services / Q000331:legislation & jurisprudence / Q000592:standards*; D003657:Decision Making; D005260:Female; D006282:Health Personnel; D006801:Humans; D008607:Intellectual Disability; D012725:Sexual Behavior