PSY 355 Psychology of Sexuality
Sexuality is more than who’s hot and who’s not. It is an exploration of who we are and how we relate to others, both in our minds and with our bodies. Psychology of Sexuality explores the underpinnings of sex and gender through the critical examination of scientific literature, clinically relevant experiences, and socio-cultural landscapes. Students will learn about a breadth of sexual behavior across gender identities and explore diverse theories of sex from evolutionary, social-psychological, and queer perspectives. Students will gain an understanding of safe sex behaviors in diverse types of sexual scenarios and will develop evidence-based communication skills to promote personal safety including consent-refusal protocols and support mechanisms in instances of unwanted sexual contact. Overall, students will engage in active learning about the psychology of sex-related thoughts, feelings, and behaviors while prioritizing personal well-being and pleasure. Pre-requisites: PSY 110 or PSY 111