SEXUAL HEALTH

Course Description

The nature of sexual behaviour: theoretical and empirical issues: definitions of normal, diversity and conformity, and implications for sexual health. The regulation of sexual conduct; Historical and social science approaches to the study of sexual behaviour (i.e. variations through time and across societies). Trends in sexual mores and their implications for public health. Influences on sexual attitudes and lifestyles - psychological, biological, cultural, religious, political, technological, etc; Political aspects of sexual health; treatment of sexual issues in society, implications of stigma, sensitivities and taboos for practice of sexual health medicine and provision of services. Communication about sexual matters. Gender issues in sexual health; Researching sexual behaviour: pitfalls and possibilities; appropriate and inappropriate methodologies; examples of qualitative and quantitative research; Public health priorities in sexual health. Designing, executing and assessing sexual health interventions.

SEXUAL HEALTH

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Course outcomes

1. 01 1.Explain the concept of sexuality
2. 02 2.Analyse issues relatedn to sexual health and relevance to human nature
3. 03 3.Describe various dysfunctions in human sexuality
4. 04 4.Intergrated individual, Culture and Religious oppinios on sexuality

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 1.Qureshi, Bashir. "Sexual Health: A Public Health Perspective (Understanding Public Health)." Perspectives in Public Health 135, no. 2 (2015): 108.
2. 02 2.World Health Organization, (2023). Integrating sexual health interventions into reproductive health services: programme experience from developing countries
3. 03 3. Bitzer J, Mahmood TA, eds. (2024). Textbook of Contraception, Sexual and Reproductive Health. Cambridge University.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 1. Introduces the fundamental concept of sexual health, including sex, sexuality, gender, sexual expression, and sexual orientation. SOLO 3
2. L02 2. Determinants of sexual health and the key principles of sexual rights, including the factors that shape sexual wellbeing and the rights that ensure dignity, autonomy, and equality SOLO 2
3. L03 3. Demonstrates an understanding of comprehensive sexuality education, including its principles, components, and its role in promoting healthy, respectful, and informed sexual behaviors across the lifespan SOLO 4
4. L04 4. Demonstrate the ability to conduct screening and provide preconception care, integrating knowledge of contraception, infertility, and hormonal factors SOLO 3
5. L05 5. Explains the Human Sexual Response Cycle and demonstrates understanding of its phases and their physiological and psychological characteristics SOLO 3
6. L06 6. Knows the different methods of contraception, their effectiveness, indications, and correct use SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 Has up-to-date theoretical and applied knowledge about Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.
2. P02 Identifies and defines problems using up-to-date knowledge in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, and plans treatment as per evaluation results.
3. P03 Implements and monitors the development of physiotherapy and rehabilitation processes within the frame of professional ethical principles, and changes or terminates processes when necessary
4. P04 Executes the necessary protocols for physiotherapy and rehabilitation practices by using the relevant technology, training and treatment equipment
5. P05 Takes responsibility, individually and as a team member, to solve complex unpredictable problems encountered in practices related to the field of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation.
6. P06 Can independently carry out projects and research related to the field of Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation, actively participates in all its steps and makes the necessary reports to provide quality service.
7. P07 Contributes to the protection of public health in line with social needs and to the creation of necessary rehabilitation and health policies in parallel with the needs of the society.
8. P08 Embraces personal development, information literacy and lifelong learning; uses information resources effectively.
9. P09 Commands a foreign language in order to follow the developments in the field of physiotherapy and rehabilitation, as well as the ability to communicate in Turkish orally and in writing.
10. P10 Organizes physiotherapy and rehabilitation services effectively and adequately, manages processes necessary for the continuity and development of the quality and organizational function; generates solutions against problems in line with knowledge and evidence.
11. P11 Contributes to in-field and extra-field education and professional promotion programs, and represents its profession at national and international level.

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