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  • Reproductive Health
  • Disability Studies
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Women with disabilities are a large, growing demographic facing significant sexual and reproductive health disparities.
  • These disparities include unmet sexual health needs, insufficient sexual education, and increased risks of sexual abuse and intimate partner violence (IPV).

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the profound inequities in sexual and reproductive health care experienced by women with disabilities.
  • To emphasize the need for improved healthcare systems that address the unique needs of this population.

Main Methods:

  • This abstract is based on a review of existing literature and clinical observations regarding the sexual and reproductive health of women with disabilities.
  • It synthesizes information on barriers and proposes recommendations for healthcare providers.

Main Results:

  • Women with disabilities encounter substantial structural, interpersonal, and clinical barriers to adequate sexual and reproductive healthcare.
  • These barriers contribute to unmet health needs and increased vulnerability to violence.

Conclusions:

  • Clinicians must understand the specific needs of women with disabilities.
  • Implementing disability-competent communication, trauma-informed practices, and accessible care is crucial for improving health outcomes.