Psychology of Women

Catalog description

This course examines sex and gender from biological, sociocultural, and psychological perspectives. Acentral goal is to explore social and political disadvantages resulting from the intersection of gender, race and ethnicity. Topics will include 1) research methods, 2) gender differences, biases, and stereotypes, 3) gender development, 4) mental and physical health issues for women, 5) women’srole in the media and workplace, 6) the relationships, sexuality, and victimization of women.