Summary - Inappropriate Sexual Behavior and Trauma

This training is brought to you by the Department of Mental Health. Sexual behaviors in the IDD population cause significant disruption in their placement due to the risk of harm to others.

In this training on Management of Sexual Behaviors in the IDD Population, Dr. Stanislaus will address the 3 categories of sexual behaviors identified in the IDD population: Inappropriate Sexual Behaviors, Hypersexual Behaviors, and Deviant Sexual Behaviors. She will discuss how to differentiate them and the management strategies for each category, as well as strategies to support healthy sexual behaviors.

Supporting individuals with I/DD and Behavioral Health symptoms using trauma-informed care will improve outcomes.

In this training on Trauma Informed Care for Individuals with I/DD, Rachel Jones will address how to recognize trauma reminders, appropriate assessments, describe the use of co-regulation to de-escalate, and apply trauma-informed medication considerations.

Differentiate between inappropriate sexual behaviors, hypersexual behaviors, and deviant sexual behaviors in individuals with I/DD and behavioral health needs.
Identify and apply trauma-informed strategies to recognize trauma reminders, support co-regulation, and de-escalate behaviors associated with trauma.
Describe appropriate management and support strategies that address sexual behaviors, promote healthy sexuality, and incorporate trauma-informed assessment and medication considerations.

The Missouri Behavioral Health Council (MBHC) has approved this program for behavioral health continuing education contact hours. MBHC will be responsible for this program and maintain a record of your continuing education hours earned.

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