INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN SEXUALITY

Course Description

In this course, students will learn about how research on human sexuality is conducted and become familiar with some of the key historical figures in the field. Students will learn about sexual anatomy, the stages of the human sexual response cycle, what enhances and inhibits each of these stages from both a psychological (e.g.relationships, mood, past experiences) and physiological (e.g.hormones, neurology) perspective. Different sexual problems, clinically diagnosable, and their treatment will also be examined. The goal of this class is to provide students with a broad overview of how humans function sexually. In addition, topics such as pregnancy, contraception, sexually transmitted diseases, and sexual orientation will also be covered.

INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN SEXUALITY

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Course outcomes

1. 01 Being able to define (2) sexual anatomy and recognize (2) related biological bases of sexual behavior
2. 02 Being able to explain (4) the stages of the human sexual response cycle, what enhances/inhibits each of these stages from both a psychological (e.g. relationships, mood, past experiences) and physiological (e.g. hormones, neurology) perspective
3. 03 Being able to identify (2) different sexual problems and list (3) their potential treatment

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Hock, R. R. (2016). Introduction to Human Sexuality. (4th Ed.). Pearson Education. (E-book)

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Being able to define male and female sexual anatomy SOLO 2
2. L02 Differentiate between the paraphilias SOLO 4
3. L03 Explain factors associated with sexual violence and aggression SOLO 4
4. L04 Describe the biological and neurobiological bases of sexual behaviors SOLO 2
5. L05 Being able to explain the stages of the human sexual response cycle SOLO 4
6. L06 Being able to identify and differentiate contraceptive methods and sexually transmitted infections SOLO 3
7. L07 Explain the cultural and familial factors responsible for the development of our personal sexual philosophies SOLO 3

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Gain the ability to apply the Pharmacy profession.
2. P02 Interpret the accuracy and reliability of the current theoretical and practical knowledge in the field of pharmacy, as well as being able to follow and evaluate innovations.
3. P03 Practically apply the knowledge they gain on pharmaceutical sciences. The acquired knowledge and skills allow the graduates to act as the closest health consultant to the public with the ability to inform the public.
4. P04 Evaluate and apply current technology related to basic subjects and principles covering pharmacy and health sciences and take part in in-service training seminars.
5. P05 Know the risks and evaluation of the use of drugs and other chemicals and safe laboratory practices (GMP).
6. P06 Acquire the ability to interpret the findings obtained by qualitative and quantitative measurements and to reach valid scientific results from the data.
7. P07 Prepare pharmaceuticals and provide guidance on the use of pharmaceutical products.
8. P08 Design research and develop projects related to pharmaceutical products; manage and share the results.
9. P09 Be competent to accurately and intelligibly communicate and transfer knowledge about prescription content and pharmaceutical products to the patient / user. The graduates are trained on taking necessary precautions for safe drug usage and encouraging rational drug use, as well as providing consultancy and supervision.
10. P10 Work in an interdisciplinary environment. Graduates can cooperate with other professional groups, participate in vocational training and activities, have proper knowledge and communication skills.
11. P11 Take part in social responsibility projects related to health. Graduates have awareness on sustainable environment and participate in activities and practices related to their profession.
12. P12 Open a community pharmacy, also work in hospital pharmacies, can work in different fields related with pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, medical and herbal products, as well as production and quality control in the pharmaceutical industry. Takes part in the professional development of herself/himself, her/his colleagues and pharmacy students.
13. P13 Implements the legal and professional law and ethics as a health professional, in issues concerning public health.
14. P14 Knows and applies the processes related to drug design from natural or synthetic sources, as well as development, preparation, analysis and metabolism of drugs in the human body.

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