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Background People with intellectual disability have the same sexual needs as those without any disability, yet their sexuality is often restricted by reluctant
attitudes and/or fears based on irrational beliefs. The aim of this study is to describe and analyse different areas of sexuality in adults with mild or moderate
intellectual disability. Method The sample consisted of 180 men and 180
women attending occupational centres. All the participants were administered a questionnaire about sexuality adapted to their characteristics.
Results Results show that 84.2% have had sexual relationships with another person, this percentage being higher in females and in people aged between
38 and 55 years old. Condoms are used by 41.4%. The most frequently used contraceptive methods are the pill (39.6%), transdermal patch (30.2%) and
intrauterine device (6.7%). 9.4% of the women and 2.8% of the men has experienced sexual abuse. Conclusion In conclusion, there is a need to draw up
educational programmes, differentiated according to gender and adapted to their reality, which include contents related with sexual health, sexual abuse and
condom use.