Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Diversity

(4 Credits)

Sexual and gender diversity has been considered a politically sensitive issue in some countries including China. Terms like “LGBTQ+” (i.e., “lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and more”), “SOGIE” (i.e., “sexual orientation and gender identity and expressions”), “nonbinary,” “queer,” and “rainbow community” are refuted by some people as modern Western creations. However, despite effortful suppressions, the visibility of LGBTQ+ people and related issues in the society and the media has increased drastically over the past decades in China. This seminar course explores the science of sexual orientation and gender diversity, as well as associated public controversies. Prerequiste: PSYC-SHU 101 Introduction to Psychology or AP Psychology: Score of 5 or IB Psychology HL (Higher Level): Score of 7 or A Level Psychology: Score of A. Fulfillment: Social Science focus Psychology/Global Health 300 level.