673 Gender& Sexual Orientation Issues across the Lifespan

Prerequisite: 641. This course examines the role of gender and sexual orientation as related to lifespan development, personality, lifestyle, behavior, decision-making and attitudes. The course covers the impact of power differentials, social structures, stereotyping and role definitions on gender and sexual identity. Additionally, the course investigates the implicit relationship between gender and sexual orientation and also explores gender and sexual orientation within the therapeutic process. (3 credits)