Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity

Catalog description

An introduction to the psychological study of sexual orientation and gender diversity through theories of identity development and research on issues that impact lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) individuals and communities. This course will examine changing views of sexual orientation and gender diversity, including the history of pathologizing LGBTQ individuals within the mental health field. Students will also develop a critical understanding of such topics as minority stress, coping, and resilience from an intersectional lens that considers other aspects of identity. Prerequisites and Corequisites Prerequisite: PSYC 101 - General Psychology (C) [SGR #3, HSDC]