Psychology of Gender: Developmental Perspectives ((4 Credits))

Catalog description

This advanced level course covers personal and cultural aspects related to how individuals develop their gender identity. Topics may include personal, cultural, and other meanings of gender; the interaction between biology and socialization in the development of gender; how gender influences and is influenced by relationships with others and environmental contexts, such as school and work; variation in the definition and understanding of gender across cultures and across history; psychosexual disorders; and gender biases in research, interpersonal interactions, and society in general. While it is not required, it might be helpful if students have Introduction to Psychology, Human Development, Child Development, or an equivalent course.