This course is part of Psychology in Everyday Life Specialization

Instructor: Kyle Smith

What you'll learn

  •   What gender and sexuality are and how they develop over the lifespan
  •    What factors impact the development of gender identity and sexuality
  •   The positive and negative ways that romantic and sexual relationships are formed, flourish, and end

    • Skills you'll gain

    There are 13 modules in this course

    By the end of this course, you'll have a strong grasp of the biological, psychological, and cultural dimensions of gender and sexuality. You’ll be able to explain how sex characteristics develop across the lifespan, analyze the impact of puberty on body image, and compare gender constructs across different cultures. Additionally, you'll explore romantic relationships and the many different pathways—both positive and negative—these relationships can follow. Whether you're looking to deepen your personal understanding or enhance your professional knowledge, this course provides valuable insights and practical tools to navigate and appreciate the complexities of gender and sexuality in both individual and societal contexts.

    Opening to The Psychology of Gender and Sexuality

    Sex and Gender: What’s the Difference?

    Sex Development and Implications

    Gender Development

    Gender Variability Across Cultures

    Sexual Identity

    Sexual Behavior and Consequences

    Love and Romance

    Course Summary

    Cumulative Quiz

    Course Resources

    PsycLearn Essentials APA Student Resources

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