Publications (2)2.63 Total impact
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Article: The sexual lives of lesbian, gay, and bisexual people with disabilities: Psychological perspectives
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ABSTRACT: People with disabilities (PWD) who identify as lesbian, gay, or bisexual (LGB) represent a population that has received little attention in the areas of social policy, sexuality studies, and psychological research and practice. Existing research, especially from psychological perspectives, has focused mostly on sexual identity and internal psychological dimensions rather than on actual physical experiences and sexual expression. Awareness of the unique needs and concerns of these individuals is crucial for optimizing their physical and mental well-being, especially for those who provide mental health services for those who identify as LGB PWD. This article presents these issues from a multicultural perspective, viewing this population as a double minority with some experiences similar to those of other minority groups. Further, it provides a practical view of barriers to sexual expression for LGB PWD along with strategies for overcoming them and describes suggestions for further work in advocacy, social policy, and research.Sexuality Research and Social Policy: Journal of NSRC 04/2012; 4(1):15-26. · 0.72 Impact Factor -
Article: Sexuality among wounded veterans of Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), and Operation New Dawn (OND): Implications for rehabilitation psychologists.
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ABSTRACT: OBJECTIVE: The sexual lives of returning Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF), Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF), and Operation New Dawn (OND) veterans have only been discussed minimally in the psychological literature. Given the nature of military social and cultural contexts, the potential for exposure to combat-related stressors that may lead to posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and the risk of traumatic brain injury secondary to physical injury, the potential for significant psychological and relational ramifications exists. This article focuses on the intimate relationships and sexuality of returning OIF/OEF/OND veterans within the context of their personal cultural variables and the diverse experience of being a part of military life. CONCLUSIONS: Culturally competent assessment and evidenced-based treatment approaches are highlighted to offer clinicians initial strategies to begin treatment of sexuality issues within the returning Veteran population. These clinical tools are discussed within a positive psychology approach that emphasizes healthy sexuality as a part of overall satisfactory quality of life.Rehabilitation Psychology 11/2011; 56(4):289-301. · 1.91 Impact Factor
