PSY-762 Human Sexuality and Culture2 semester credits
The objective of this course is the development of information, skills, and attitudes that enable psychologists to deal effectively with sexual problems and sex-related issues in psychotherapy as they intersect with issues of culture. Topics include the physiology and psychology of sexual identity, sexual behavior, sexual disorders, and treatment of psychologically based sexual disorders from a culturally responsive perspective.
Pre-requisites: PSY-712
Delivery Method: Distance/Electronically Mediated
Grading Default: Letter
Note: Elective
Learning Outcome(s):
1. Understand the effect of cultural factors such as gender, race/ethnicity, sexual orientation, age, religion, and mental health on sexual behavior and values.
2. Be able to describe the various sexual diseases and dysfunctions.
3. Understand human sexual anatomy and physiology, arousal and response, varieties of sexual styles, and relationships.
4. Become familiar with the processes of normal sexual arousal and response.
5. Become aware of the varieties of sexual styles and relationships.
6. Know the nature and treatment of sexual dysfunction.
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