2021-2022 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
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PSYC 240 - Human Sexuality
PREREQUISITES: PSYC 101 - Introduction to Psychology
PREREQUISITES/COREQUISITE: ENGL 111 - English Composition
PROGRAM: Behavioral Sciences
CREDIT HOURS: 3
LECTURE HOURS: 3
DATE OF LAST REVISION: Fall, 2018
Considers sexuality from an historic, scientific, evolutionary and psychosocial perspective including sex research and methods, the biological bases of sexuality, sexual behavior, sexuality and the life cycle, sexual problems, and social issues.
MAJOR COURSE LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon successful completion of this course the student will be expected to:
- Differentiate and describe the evolution of major psychological theories in the field of human sexuality.
- Describe and understand the different cultural perspectives and value systems on sexuality.
- Evaluate the various research methods and ethics in human sexuality and sex therapy.
- Demonstrate an understanding of the physiological and psychosocial processes of gender differentiation, gender identity and sexual orientation.
- Distinguish basic sexual anatomy and sexual functioning.
- Analyze the sources, processes, and behavioral expressions of human sexual development across the lifespan.
- Demonstrate knowledge regarding the range of sexual behaviors, outcomes and potential consequences.
COURSE CONTENT: Topical areas of study include -
Human sexuality
Sexual arousal and response patterns
Research
Communication in sexual relationships
Gender issues
Sexual dysfunction and treatment strategies
Physical anatomy
Sexually transmitted infections
Sexual behaviors
Sexual orientation
Societal attitudes towards sexuality
Atypical sexual behavior
Hormonal influences
Sexual differentiation
Reproduction
Sexual victimization
Contraception
Prenatal care
Birthing
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