Are You in an Interabled Relationship?
What is your experience like being in an interabled relationship?
If you need inspiration, read Suzanne's perspective: https://spinalmuscularatrophy.net/living/interabled-relationships
Share below!
I am having difficulty having an intimate sexual relationship with my nondisabled partner. He has no interest in physical intimate touch. We watch videos and self stimulate separately.
, that can be difficult to navigate. Is he open about why he feels the way he does? I wanted to share an article that I hope may be helpful: https://spinalmuscularatrophy.net/dating-intimacy . Would he be willing to seek counseling tgether, or even individually? - Warmly, Donna (Team Member)
Dating for me at times feels like coordinating the storming of Normandy. After get past finding a date must deal with transportation issues, places to go and things can do with a disability, accessibility, and simply financial cost.
I like the comparison. It's a lot to pull together. One of our health leaders wrote this article about fun date ideas for interabled couples. Maybe one of her ideas will resonate with you. All the best, Kathy (Team member)
