HHP 4080: Psychological Aspects Of Human Sexuality

Psychosocial Aspects of Human Sexuality

Instructor: Dr. Lisa Lewis

Office: 274 Dunn Center

Phone: 931- 221-6115

E-mail: lewisl@apsu.edu

Office Hours: 12:15-1:15 MWF (and by appointment)

REQUIRED TEXTBOOK

Kelly, Gary, F., Sexuality Today 8th or 9th Edition (outline and

powerpoint are based on 9th edition) New York, McGraw-Hill.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

The course is primarily designed for students planning health careers but

may also be used as an upper level elective for any university student. The

focus of the course is on the human or personal aspect of sexuality. Emphasis

is placed on attitudes, emotions and behavior patterns as related to the

development of healthy sexual lifestyles, rather than on the anatomy and

physiology of the reproductive systems. The course introduces students to

various setting in which sex education typically occurs, and presents

materials needed in planning, implementing and evaluating these learning

experiences. Students are encouraged to integrate their own life experiences

with the academic materials.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will:

1. Trace the historical development of sexual education questioning two themes:

Sex-for-Reproduction and Gender-Roles

2. Discuss Cultural legacy and explain cross-ccltual aspects of social norms and

sexuality.

3. Defend the need for communication in maintaining healthy sexual relations.

4. List and define Sexual Values for individuals as well as groups.

5. Explain how individuals develop their social perspectives on gender.

6. Explain and graph Psychosocial Development through the life Cycle.

7. Lead a non-biased discussion on controversial sex education.

8. List 10 myths related to human sexuality.

9. Identify the Varying degrees of Sexual Interest and Activity.

10. Express beliefs concerning Same-Gender orientation and Behavior.

11. List different forms/methods of birth control.

12. Describe the HIV/AIDS Crisis.

13. Describe Human Reproduction cycle.

14. List different forms of Sexual dysfunctions and their Treatments.

15. Explain what universal precautions are and why it is essential to protect

oneself from STD’s and Other Physical Problems that may spread from

physical contact.

16. Explain the difference between Sexual Coercion, Rape and Abuse

17. Express beliefs concerning Sex, Art, the Media, and the Law.

General education goals addressed by this course:

Reasoning

Responding to controversy requires training to identify the problem, obtain

information and draw conclusions upon which to base your response.

Literacy

Lectures and reading assignments from textbooks and professional literature are

primary sources of information.

Numerical Understanding

Statistics on STDs, HIV/AIDS are crucial as a basis of community health guidelines

and initiatives. Course material includes mortality and morbidity statistics, health

costs and demographics.

Historical Consciousness

Trends in public policy will be related to the history of the sexual movement in the

United States as well as other countries.

Scientific Knowledge

Epidemiological methods used in safety research are based on the scientific model.

Values

Sexual Trends/Behaviors in public health can be a controversial issue in a democratic

society and students will have opportunities to examine their own behavior and

beliefs with respect to their choices and responsibilities. Acting on ones sexual

desires requires students to confront personal values and beliefs, as well as

acceptance of family/friends prior to acting on their desires.

Personal Development

This course stresses interpersonal skills as well as independent thinking.

Format of Course:

This course is designed to be “instructor led, participant centered.” Student

involvement is essential for optimal learning to take place. Students will be asked to

participate in student led discussions, debates, attend field trips, work in groups as

will as individually.

INSTRUCTIONAL PROCEDURES

1. Lectures Chapter assignments

2. Discussion

3. D2L Assignments

4. Quizzes

5. Group work

STUDENT EVALUATION

The student’s final grade will be determined by the total number of points accumulated

throughout the semester. The chart below shows the point value for each assignment.

All assignments and quizzes must be completed by deadline (NO MAKE-UP on

MISSED ASSIGNMENTS). You can work ahead but not backwards.

GRADING SCALE

546 - 607 A

485 -545 B

424 - 484 C

364 -423 D

363 and below F

Students with disabilities

Any student who has a condition that may affect his/her academic performance is

encouraged to make an appointment with me or with Disability Services, 221-6230; voice

tty 221-6278; fax 221-7102.

Minors in the classroom policy

Minors (any non-student under the age of 18) accompanying staff, faculty, students, or,

visitors on campus are not permitted in classrooms.

Attendance

Students are expected to attend each class. Points will be deducted for non-participation

and non-attendance. You will start with 15 points at the beginning o the semester. For

each absence you will be deducted 5 points. For each tardy 2 points (5 or more minutes

late). Class non-participation you can de deducted up to 5 points.

Note

This syllabus and the class schedule may be amended in the event of extenuating

circumstances.

Assignments and Quizzes with Point Value

1. Chapter One Quiz 30 points

2. Your Sexual Myths & Misconceptions 5 points

3. Discussion Sexual History - 10 points

4. Female Sexual Anatomy 10 points

5. Focus on Health Chapter Two 10 points

6. Male Anatomy 10 points

7. Chapter Two Quiz 30 points

8. Chapter Three Quiz 30 points

9. Sexuality and Spirituality: The Relevance of Eastern Traditions 5 points

10. Effects of Aging on Sexual Response - 5 points

11. Chapter Four Quiz 30 points

12. Chapter Five quiz 30 points

13. Chapter six Quiz 30 points

14. Finding and Therapist Discussion - 5 points

15. Chapter 18 quiz 30 points

16. Chapter 17 Quiz 30 points

17. Preventing Sexual Harassment Mastery Test 15 points

18. Chapter 15 quiz 20 points

19. Chapter 14 Quiz 20 points

20. Chapter 10 Quiz 20 points

21. Sexual Orientation 5 points

22. Chapter 13 Quiz 30 points

23. Chapter Seven Quiz 30 points

24. Chapter nine quiz 20 points

25. Chapter Eleven quiz 30 points

26. Chapter Twelve quiz 30 points

27. Sexual Revolution 10 points

28. Relationships 10 points

29. Abstinence 12 points

30. Solitary and Shared Sex 15 points

31. Reproductive 10 points

32. Chapter eight Quiz 30 points

Total Points 607