Commentary on “Gender disorders in learning disabilities – a systematic review”
Abstract
Purpose
The purpose of this paper is to explore the gender identity of people with learning disabilities as a precursor to considerations of gender dysphoria.
Design/methodology/approach
Discussion supported by illustrations from the literature.
Findings
There is limited research on gender identity for people with learning disabilities.
Practical implications
There is an urgent need to look at how men with Klinefelter's syndrome and learning disabilities are supported in relation to common female sexual characteristics.
Originality/value
This is personal perspective on gender and people with learning disabilities which may support work with people who question their gender.
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Citation
Thompson, D. (2014), "Commentary on “Gender disorders in learning disabilities – a systematic review”", Tizard Learning Disability Review, Vol. 19 No. 4, pp. 166-169. https://doi.org/10.1108/TLDR-07-2014-0019
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
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