Culture, Identity, and Health

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Culture, Identity, and Health (3) This course examines the complex interaction between culture and health. Emphasis is placed on understanding cultural, social, and psychological determinants of health status, health-related behaviors, and health disparities. The effects of race, religion, social class, diet and lifestyle, gender roles, sexual orientation, acculturation, and migration on health behaviors and practices are explored. Students increase their own cultural humility and cultural competence through ongoing self-assessment, reflection, and discussion. AU Core Integrative Requirement: Diversity and Equity.