PSY 503
Human Sexuality
Online Course
PSY 503 Human Sexuality
3 Semester Units
Human sexuality presents the role of sexuality in all aspects of human development. This course examines how sexuality is perceived and conveyed in various cultures. Methods of addressing sexual problems, sexual communication, evaluation of research, childrearing practices, life-cycle sexuality, and cross-cultural variations are also explored.
Course Objectives
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Define the term sexuality and discuss the evolution of human sexuality as well as key theories and research related to the field.
- Demonstrate an understanding of reproductive anatomy and physiology and examine the development of gender development, roles, and identify relationships from childhood to adulthood.
- Analyze the role of communication, love, intimacy, expression, and orientation in human sexuality.
- Evaluate the key components of pregnancy, birth, contraception, abortion, sexual functioning, and sexually transmitted infections.
- Demonstrate an understanding of issues related to varieties of sexual expression, power and coercion, and sexual images and selling sex.
- Demonstrate proficiency with academic writing related to human sexuality.
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