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Exploring learning disabilities: supporting belonging
Exploring learning disabilities: supporting belonging

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3 Romantic relationships

Research has shown that many people with learning disabilities want to have romantic and sexual relationships. People’s right to do so is supported by law and policy. And yet it can be incredibly difficult for people to develop and sustain the types of loving relationships they want.

Activity 5 Living together

Timing: Allow about 5 minutes

a. 

a) 3%


b. 

b) 13%


c. 

c) 30%


The correct answer is a.

Earlier in this session you heard from Terry and Charlene who are in a long-term relationship. In the next video you will hear them talk about why they think their relationship has been successful and lasted for a decade.

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Charlene says they want to show people that they can cope, and that she and Terry can manage the usual ups and downs of a relationship. Although Charlene has taken on more responsibility for Terry’s physical care of late, it’s clear that Terry supports Charlene too. Terry suggests their relationship has been strengthened by the fact that they have many shared interests and friends. They also work for the same company, which means they can spend a lot of time together.