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Can We Talk? – “Consent”

By Stephanie
On December 28, 2014July 27, 2015

By: Stephanie Holland A criminal case in Iowa may have implications for the romantic relationships of adults who have Down syndrome.  It’s a difficult topic, but one that deserves some discussion. 78-year-old Henry Rayhons is facing third-degree sexual abuse charges for having relations with his wife…

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