Psychology 217 - Psychology of Human Sexuality

Fall
2018
01
4.00
Corey Flanders
TTH 01:30PM-02:45PM
Mount Holyoke College
104875
Reese 316
cflander@mtholyoke.edu
104875,104876
This course is an introduction to the;psychological study of human sexuality. We will;take a psychobiosocial perspective in this;course, covering topics such as reproductive;anatomy and physiology, sexual response, sexually;transmitted infections, contraceptive choices,;pregnancy and birth, attraction and dating, love,;sexual and relational communication, and consent.;The goals of the course are to have students;develop a strong understanding of human sexual;biology, identity, behavior, and health, to;understand how each of these areas is impacted by;social context, and to engage with current;research in the field.
Prereq: A 100-level course in Psychology.
Permission is required for interchange registration during the add/drop period only.