Sex and Disability - Breaking Taboos and Embracing Diversity
Offered By: TEDx via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the intersection of disability and sexuality in this thought-provoking TEDx talk featuring Paralympic athlete Antonis Tsapatakis and teacher Eleni Thoidou. Challenge societal taboos and preconceptions as the speakers share personal experiences and insights on navigating intimacy and relationships with disabilities. Gain a deeper understanding of human diversity and the unique challenges faced by individuals with disabilities in their personal lives. Learn about Tsapatakis' journey from a motorcycle accident that resulted in paralysis to becoming a champion Paralympic swimmer and children's book author. Discover how Thoidou's background in swimming and education led to her collaboration with Tsapatakis on children's books and advocacy work. Embrace a more inclusive and accepting perspective on disability and sexuality through this candid and empowering discussion.
Syllabus
Without taboos: Sex and disability | Antonis Tsapatakis & Eleni Thoidou | TEDxUniversityofMacedonia
Taught by
TEDx
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