International Journal of Forensic Science & Research
Open AccessIntellectual Disability and Sexual Offense: A Case Report
Authors: Alexandre Martins Valença, José Brasileiro Dourado Junior, Milena Ferreira de França, Luiz Felipe Rigonatti, Quirino Cordeiro, Talvane Moraes, Antonio Gerado da Silva and Lisieux E De Borba Telles.
Abstract
The present article describes the case of a man with intellectual disability who committed the crime of rape against a 10-year old boy. In the expert evaluation, using the biopsychological criteria, he was considered not responsible and was sent to a forensic hospital. Approaches related to the sexuality of these individuals with intellectual impairment could reduce this type of offence in them. Treatment methods should focus on sexual education, counselling, training in social abilities, better self-image, self-esteem and social conscience.
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