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202255 minRdocumentary

6.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Disability Inclusion Gender Equality

Sexual Healing

202255 minRdocumentary

6.5/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

A middle-aged disabled woman engages with lingerie and sex toys for the first time, seeking to understand her desires and prioritize her sexual well-being.

Disability Inclusion Gender Equality

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Elsbeth Fraanje

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A middle-aged disabled woman engages with lingerie and sex toys for the first time, seeking to understand her desires and prioritize her sexual well-being.

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Elsbeth Fraanjedirector

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A middle-aged woman in the Netherlands seeks to understand her own body and desires. With support from friends and caregivers, she engages with lingerie and sex toys for the first time. A Dutch organization connects her with sex care workers, helping her gain confidence in her sexual well-being. The 2022 documentary "Sexual Healing" addresses the often-ignored topics of sexuality and disability, prompting important conversations about intimacy and gender.

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