Avera Behavioral Management
 
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Sexual Behavior in Residential Care
 
 
  • Myths exist that elderly nursing home residents are "asexual".
  • When these myths are challenged, nursing homes can design policies that facilitate the rights of residents to sexual expression while safeguarding vulnerable residents from exploitation or abuse.
  • While rapid interventions are often demanded to manage sexual disinhibition, it is necessary to proceed systematically with a good understanding of the behavior before attempting appropriate behavioral or medication interventions.