Chapter 1: Differences between Men and Women

Men and women have physical and physiological differences.
This chapter provides an easy and accurate explanation of basic gender differences.
It emphasizes not only the external differences, but also the attitude of respect for one another.
We help people with developmental disabilities naturally recognize their gender and develop a healthy gender identity.
We guide you through understanding differences and how to embrace them positively.

Chapter 2: Our Precious Bodies

It is a place where we learn that our bodies are precious and must be protected.
Learn the names and functions of each body part accurately and develop an attitude of respect for your own body.
It also addresses the importance of respecting self-determination and physical boundaries.
Make it clear that it is wrong for someone to touch your body without permission.
Focus on developing a positive perception of your body.

Chapter 3: Cleanse my precious body

Personal hygiene is essential to maintaining good health.
We provide specific guidance on daily hygiene habits such as hand washing, hair washing, and dental care.
It gently and accurately explains how to maintain hygiene, especially in sensitive areas.
Emphasize that maintaining cleanliness is a way to respect and protect yourself.
We teach you how to consistently practice good hygiene habits in real life.

Chapter 4: Keeping Your Underwear Clean

Underwear is a very important part of hygiene management.
Learn to wear your underwear correctly and develop the habit of changing them regularly.
Describes hygiene problems that may arise from sweat or secretions.
Understand why wearing clean underwear is important for maintaining a healthy body.
Focus on developing the ability to care for your own underwear.

Chapter 5: What are secondary sexual characteristics?

Secondary sexual characteristics are physical changes that occur during puberty.
It specifically describes the change process for each woman and man.
Guide you to understand that physical changes are a natural and healthy part of growth.
It also covers the emotional changes you experience during this process.
We help you accept secondary sexual characteristics positively and deal with them appropriately.

Chapter 6: Where are the private and public places?

Clearly distinguish between the concepts of private and public places.
Make it easy to understand the criteria for what behavior is appropriate and where.
In particular, it is emphasized that body exposure, hygiene, and sexual behavior should be done only in private places.
It also addresses the importance of being considerate of others and following rules in public places.
The goal is to learn the correct rules of conduct depending on the location.

Chapter 7: Heart-pounding Date

Dating is when people who like each other spend time together.
Here's how to build healthy, respectful relationships.
We'll go into detail about dating etiquette and setting boundaries.
It helps you practice respecting the feelings of others and expressing your own feelings honestly.
Through healthy encounters, you learn to value each other, as well as the risks of dating violence and how to deal with them.

Chapter 8: What is contraception?

Contraception is a way to prevent unwanted pregnancy.
Explains various contraceptive methods in an easy and accurate manner.
It gives you a realistic understanding of the responsibilities and consequences that sex can bring.
Focus on developing the ability to make your own choices and take responsibility for them.
Additionally, it emphasizes that contraception is a way to protect both you and your partner.

Worksheet

"My Body is Precious" includes worksheets to help you understand and practice the content of each chapter more deeply.
The worksheets are designed to take into account the cognitive characteristics and learning speed of individuals with developmental disabilities, and to help them organize what they have understood and apply it to real life.
Learners can express their thoughts and feelings through worksheets and naturally learn correct gender recognition.
Teachers or guardians can review worksheet results together to check individual learners' understanding and provide additional guidance.
Through active participation, you can develop an attitude of respect for your own body and a sense of sexual self-determination.

Sex is not something to be ashamed of, it is something we all have
This is an important topic that you must know for a healthy life.

Our society has traditionally had a conservative attitude toward sex and tends to be reluctant to discuss or educate about it openly.
In this social climate, sex education is often considered a sensitive topic and is not adequately addressed in schools or at home.
In particular, there are still socially incorrect perceptions and prejudices regarding the sexuality of people with disabilities, and these prejudices are actually factors that deny the sexual rights of people with disabilities or reinforce incorrect views on sex.
Every human being has the right to know, love, and protect his or her own body.
I hope that through "Sex Education Stories for People with Developmental Disabilities: My Body is Precious," this will become a starting point for changing these social prejudices, even if only a little.