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Helpful Videos: Puberty
Puberty in Young People with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or Learning Disabilities
This15-minute video introduces the topic of puberty in young people with Autism Spectrum Disorder and/or Learning Disabilities. In this video, we cover:
Developing an awareness of puberty-related issues in young people with a Learning Disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder.
Some strategies to help you feel more confident to support young people to understand puberty and/or their sexuality.
Proactive approaches in order to help keep young people safe.
Links and resources mentioned in this video:
Puberty and Sexuality (Children’s Learning Disability Team, Leeds)
The Family Planning Association
All About Us (Family Planning Association)
Talking together about growing up (Family Planning Association)