SOWK 3600 - Human Sexuality and Social Work Practice

Credit Hours: 3

Humans evolve as sexual beings from a continual interplay among biological, cultural and psychosocial factors. This course provides content on enhancing personal well being, establishing psychologically healthy relationships, making responsible sexual choices, protecting reproductive health, preventing sexual dysfunction and trauma. Included in the course is accurate information and open discussion regarding the ways in which sexuality both contributes to and affects overall health and well-being. The course covers diverse groups and the human lifespan including sexuality and sexual expression among the elderly.