Supported Loving

Developing relationships can be associated with risk factors. However, any risks should be balanced against the benefits and joys that relationships can bring.

People with learning disabilities are three times more likely to experience domestic abuse, and in the last year alone it has happened to nearly one in every five people. [Office for National Statistics, 2021].

This toolkit page is about sexual violence and how sexual violence can affect people with learning disabilities and autistic people.

When it comes to using the internet, technology or something like online dating, there should be a choice to use it or not, but choice should always be informed.

Many adults enjoy viewing pornography, and most is legal to view. However, this page explores some of the challenges that may arise when supporting someone.

Support staff play a vital role in helping people explore and maintain healthy relationships, but many feel unsure about how to provide the right support. It is vital that staff get the training they need to do their job with confidence.

When it comes to using the internet, technology or something like online dating, there should be a choice to use it or not, but choice should always be informed.