Sexually Inappropriate Behaviors

Description of Behavior

Examples of sexually inappropriate behaviors include socially unacceptable behaviors toward self in public (such as disrobing, fondling and masturbating) and inappropriate behaviors directed at others (such as sexually explicit comments and inappropriate touching).

Why behavior might occur

Behaviors that are considered sexually inappropriate may be related to the human need for intimacy, although it may also be triggered by something in the environment such as suggestive television programs.

How to approach the person who exhibits behaviors that are sexually inappropriate

Responding to behaviors that are sexually inappropriate

Strategies to try to reduce behaviors that are sexually inappropriate