Spinal Cord injury is life changing with very serious impacts on personal lives. Sexuality after spinal cord injury is one of the first questions asked but sadly rarely discussed in detail and not given preference despite the emotional impact that is caused. In this video package we speak to leading experts about their experiences (both personal and with patients) with the obstacles and turmoil’s faced and ways to help deal with them. The videos also shed light on various treatments that are available for patients with spinal cord injury and why it is important for medical and counselling professionals to engage with those affected to understand more about sexuality in spinal cord injury. Watch the videos for insightful discussions.
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Why is sex important (9:13)
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An insight into Michelle’s relationship after SCI and her journey to becoming a Psychosexual Therapist (8:58)
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The anatomy and physiology of sexual function – An introduction (9:10)
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Female sexuality and psychology in patients affected with SCI (6:16)
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Male sexuality and psychology in patients affected with SCI (4:46)
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Intimacy after SCI - How we can help with adjustment and change (7:26)
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How to help conquer fear with intimacy after SCI (4:54)
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Early counselling of patients post SCI (6:47)
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Physiological changes in male erection after SCI and ways to prevent further damage (6:22)
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Ejaculation and fertility issues after SCI (9:31)
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Overcoming everyday challenges with intimacy and SCI after hospital discharge (Part 1) (7:51)
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Overcoming everyday challenges with intimacy and SCI after hospital discharge (Part 2) (7:01)
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Use of sexual/positional aids in patients with physical disabilities and sexual dysfunction (16:33)
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Using senses as sexual aids (6:31)
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The importance of relationship counselling (16:12)
