ABSTRACT

Objective: This study examined the effects of sexual satisfaction, self-esteem, and depression on satisfaction with social relationships in adults with developmental disabilities.Methods: Data from 245 adults with developmental disabilities were analyzed using the 5th Panel Survey of Disabilities conducted by the Korean Disabled People’s Development Institute (2022). Analysis of variance (ANOVA), correlation, and multiple regression analyses were performed. Results: The multiple regression analysis showed that final educational attainment (β = -0.125, p = 0.031), depression (β = -0.328, p = 0.001), limitations in sexual activity due to developmental disabilities (β = 0 .136, p = 0.024), and sexual satisfaction over the past year (β = 0 .139, p = 0.019) had a significant effect on satisfaction with social relationships. The explanatory power of the model is 18.8% (Adjusted R² = 0.188).Conclusion: This study found that education, depression, and sexual satisfaction significantly influence social relationships among adults with developmental disabilities. These findings highlight the need for integrated occupational therapy support to enhance their social participation.