Presenter
Meaghan Burns, BA, OT/s
Document Type
Poster
Publication Date
2026
Abstract
A large number of adults who were brought up in the United States have limited sexual health literacy because of incomprehensive sexual education in adolescence. Many adults view sexual activity as an important component that contributes to their quality of life. Occupational Therapists can address sex and intimacy to improve literacy and satisfaction for adults with limited knowledge. The proposed study uses a quasi-experimental design with pre/post surveys to assess the efficacy of educational programming surrounding topics on sexual health literacy and satisfaction. The intended setting and population are adult members who attend programming and events at the Taunton location of the South Coast LGBTQ+ Network. Purpose: Many adults over the age of 18 in the United States have basic or below basic health literacy, impacting sexual health literacy and sexual satisfaction. To promote an increased quality of life, adults need inclusive and comprehensive sex education. The research question "how does inclusive and comprehensive sexual health education impact quality of life for adults?‚" will be explored through occupation-based, educational programming. Suggested topics include but are not limited to anatomy, consent, positioning, safe sex practices, discussing sexually transmitted conditions with new partners, pronoun use, use of sex toys for pleasure, safe practices for tucking/packing and binding.
Faculty Mentor
Kathryn Burke, O.T.D., OTR/L
Academic Discipline
College of Health & Wellness
Repository Citation
Burns, Meaghan BA, OT/s, "Comprehensive Sexual Health Literacy for LGBTQ+" (2026). Student Research Design & Innovation Symposium. 317.
https://scholarsarchive.jwu.edu/innov_symposium/317
