Liebe, Sex und Regenbogen

Sexuality consists of various sexual orientations that are associated with different lifestyles. Ulrike Schmauch addresses both heterosexual and homosexual experiences equally. She examines the role of sexual orientation—such as in the development of children and adolescents, in love, or in family formation, and ultimately in the professional actions of social workers. The foundation of her work is a multifaceted, pleasurable, psychoanalytically oriented understanding of sexuality. Using empirical research material and numerous practical examples, the author develops new theoretical perspectives and concepts for training and everyday practice in social work. A significant aspect of her work is the concept of rainbow competence.