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Posted on: Fri, Apr 18 2008 8:46 AM

Posted by: Tiffany85 Posts: 1

Hi,

I am a final year student at university who is studying Sociology.  For my final year dissertation I had to choose a topic which interested me to write a 12,000 word essay on. In the end I chose to explore how disabled women feel about thier sexual identity, and also if this is affected by abuse. I know this is a very personal issue for most people and, honestly, I'm not sure what to expect form writing this, but I was hoping that if anyone would like to share thier own experiences with me it may aid in giving me a greater understanding when writing my dissertation.   The reason I have chose to focus my attention on women is that, being one myself, I understand the pressures all women feel to conform to certain societal norms.

If anyone feels they can share anything with me on this topic I would be very grateful.

Posted on: Fri, Apr 18 2008 1:48 PM

Posted by: JellyO Posts: 20

I would be glad to talk to you about this subject.  I have given it a little bit of thought on my own, and since you bring it up, I am interested in exploring it further for myself.  What is the way you wish to pursue this -- phone, e-mail, "private chat room" somewhere (I don't know if we even have that feature here in Disaboom)?

Posted on: Wed, Jun 25 2008 6:00 AM

Posted by: sherilynnandawnasmom Posts: 9

 I think for me my sexual identity has been about a 50-50 split. Its the best way I can describe it.What am meaning that my sexuality has never been a secret or surprise to me or society { 44 ddd bra size} but what I can do with that sexuality and how far does it go. Can she have sex? Does she look normal under the clothes? etc. has always been in question. I hope that was what you were looking for.

Posted on: Wed, Jun 25 2008 6:53 AM

Posted by: rainey826 Posts: 2,626

 Hi Tiffany , I would chat with you anytime , i am 56 years old and have polio , i did know i could not have children till i was 25 and married , so we adopted two beautiful daughters from India ,many years later came the divorce and back into the dating world , i am very open and would have no problem chatting with you over this subject ! If i can help in any way drop me a note ........................rainey xo

Posted on: Wed, Jun 25 2008 7:30 AM

Posted by: mcjane Posts: 587

Hi Tiffany.  I am 54 years old and 10 months new to paraplegia.  I was happily single before my "accident" and wonder if I will remain that way now that I'm disabled.  I have had a lot of interesting comments and thoughts on the subject that I would be happy to share.  Sex seems to be the main topic in the chat room so feel free to browse there. 

Posted on: Wed, Jun 25 2008 11:46 AM

Posted by: Missspunky99 Posts: 146

If you are still looking for input or info - hit me up

Posted on: Thu, Aug 7 2008 7:05 PM

Posted by: graver Posts: 10

Hi Tiffany,

I, too, received my sociology degree and would be more than agreeable to assist in your research (if you're still in your researching stages).  Did you know you could create a poll for folks to take?  Some people may be more comfortable with answering a poll then openly discussing their sexuality.  Something to think about.  If I can be of any help with your research, contact me any time.  Good luck on your paper.

graver