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Nov 02, 2024
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PSYC 215 - Human Sexuality Number of Credits: 3 Explore the biological, psychological, historical, cultural, and social aspects of sexuality and gender. Discuss the practices and behaviors that influence sexual and mental health. Also offered as HLTH 215 ; credit will not be awarded for both. (Fall & Spring Only) Three hours lecture each week. Three Credits. Three billable hours.
Pre-requisite(s): eligibility for ENGL 101 . Pre-/Co-requisite(s): HLTH 101 or PSYC 101
Course Objectives: Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to: 1. Examine current ethical, historical, and sociocultural viewpoints regarding human sexuality, behaviors, and identities and the corresponding impact on mental health.
2. Differentiate the human sexual development process and range of sexual behaviors expressed throughout the life-cycle framework.
3. Apply the diverse experiences of those with minority sexualities and gender identities to multiple societal contexts.
4. Assess risk factors and behaviors that influence physical, emotional, relationship and interpersonal sexual health.
5. Examine how personal and cultural values influence sexual behavior and contraception use.
6. Recognize the symptoms of sexual dysfunction, disorders, and sexually-transmitted infections.
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