Do Autistic Children Have Sexual Desires?

Of course, because of that, sex education for children with Autism must be taught from an early age. Sex education is not only about sex. Why is it so important to introduce sex education to autistic children? Because the physical growth of autistic children is the same as normal children. They are also hungry and thirsty, need affection, experience hormonal changes, exercise, etc. Just like any other physically healthy child.

Therefore, autistic children also have sexual needs. Sexual problems arise, especially when these children are approaching adolescence when their sexual urges are so strong. Still, they cannot communicate and control themselves properly (like other normal teenagers). However, sex education at an early age will significantly help these autistic adolescents better understand and better manage their biological needs, per the norms prevailing in society.

Source: 200 Questions and Answers About Autism's Book, Page 38