PSY 763 - Glbt Issues Across the Lifespan

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This course focuses on LGBTQ persons across the life span and examines the evolution of the LGBTQ movement from multiple dimensions. This course includes strategies useful in working with LGBTQ individuals of different ages and ethnicities. Sources, forms, and the history of heterosexism and homophobia are covered as are the stages of healthy and positive LGBTQ identity formation and the potential consequences of “coming out.” Discussions and research surrounding controversial issues affecting the LGBTQ community serve as the focal point.

Prerequisites: PSY 642.