Class Human Sexuality

This course intends to introduce Human Sexuality, from its historical context to its main current themes. It also intends to reinforce its importance in the quality of life, taking into account its development throughout the life cycle.

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PC1: History of sexology: the science of sex and scientific paradigms. PC2: Sexual response and sexual functioning: 2.1 Anatomy and physiology. 2.2 Sexual response and sexual functioning throughout the life cycle. 2.3 Classical and contemporary models of sexual response. 2.4 Psychological variables and theoretical models of sexual functioning. PC3: Current issues in sexology: 3.1 Sexual dysfunctions. 3.2 Sexuality and chronic illness. 3.3 Sexuality and disability. 3.4 Sexual orientation 3.5 Gender Identity 3.6 Sexual aggression.

Different teaching methodologies will be used: theoretical exposition (TM1), activities in small groups in the classroom (TM2), discussion in a large group (TM3), case studies presentation (TM4), debate exercises (TM5), and snowball exercises (TM6). The unit assessment is continuous and will imply the presence of the students in 75% of the classes. The assessment will include a written test (50%) and a written group report with an oral presentation in class (50%). The written work should integrate the literature review and a critical reflection, about a specific theme regarding sexuality, with an interview with a specialist in the field of sexology. The interview should be used as a dynamizing element of the oral presentation. * See observations

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