PSYCHOBIOLOGY OF GENDER IDENTITY AND SEXUAL ORIENTATION
cod. 1011753

Learning objectives

The objective of the course is to equip students with theoretical understanding of the psychobiological facets involved in the development of sexuality and identity.

Prerequisites

Basic knowledges of biology.

Course unit content

Within the broad interdisciplinary realm of gender studies, with a preference for a psychobiological perspective, the course seeks to explore the latest theoretical and scientific advancements concerning the development of gender identity and sexual orientation.

Full programme

Neurobiological correlates of minority stress and inclusion
Psychobiology of sexual identity
Psychobiology of gender identity
Psychobiology of sexual orientation
Anthropological, ethological and social trajectories of gender identity and sexual orientation
Neurobiology of exclusive and inclusive language
Body, gender and generativity in a psychosocial perspective
Open questions and future actions for gender studies: insights for research practice

Bibliography

Teaching material will be constituted by papers and readings directly suggested by the teacher.

Teaching methods

Classroom-taught lessons.

Assessment methods and criteria

Oral exam

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