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Neuro Convention

 

20 - 21 March 2024 | NEC, Birmingham

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2021 Programme

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Sexual relationships and capacity to consent in brain injury

15 Sep 2021
Brain Stimulation & Mental Health

Dr McIntosh will cover recent case law changes regarding capacity for sexual relationships and supporting clients who express a desire to access a sex worker. What is and isn’t relevant information will be discussed, providing an update for anyone conducting capacity assessments or who supports clients with a brain injury. Supporting sexual needs in brain injury rehabilitation will also be explored with discussions on how we can work with clients, rehabilitation teams and families in what can be a sensitive subject.

Takeaways:

  • Updated knowledge of legislation and cases relevant to sexual capacity
  • Knowledge of services to support clients with their sexual needs
  • Tips of how sexual needs can be supported in rehabilitation