GSS309
The Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity
Subject code
GSS
Course Number
309
Department(s)
Instructor(s)
Department/Program Faculty
Course Long Title
The Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity
Cross Listed Courses
Description
This course examines the experiences of LGBTQ people from a psychological perspective. Topics include identity development, coming out, LGBTQ relationships and communities, prejudice toward LGBTQ people, mental health outcomes and disparities, and resilience and thriving in LGBTQ people. Emphasis is placed on psychological experiences at intersections of sexual orientation/gender identity and other social identities, including ethnicity, religion, age, and ability status. Prerequisite(s): one 200-level psychology course. Only open to juniors and seniors.
Modes of Inquiry
Historical and Social Inquiry [HS]
Writing Credit
No writing credit
Departmental Course Attributes - Major/Minor Requirements
(Psychology: IDEA)
INDS Program Relationship
IDGS - GSS Program
GEC This Course Belongs To
-
Class Restriction
Exclude First Years, Exclude Sophomores