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Sex is undoubtedly on your mind. So, wouldn't you prefer a human sexuality text that truly resonates with your life and addresses your curiosities? Far beyond merely laying the groundwork in sexuality's biology and psychology, Caroll's SEXUALITY NOW: EMBRACING DIVERSITY, 7th Edition, goes the extra mile to connect with you. It delves into contemporary issues as well as the ever-changing landscape of sexual practices and behaviors and how they impact your life. The text uses informative visuals, embracing the fluidity of sexual orientation and gender while remaining attentive to the diverse contexts of your own experiences. Enlightening discussions about sexuality result, empowering you to learn more about yourself and what's happening around you. This text is a revealing journey, offering valuable insights that will enrich your understanding of yourself and the world around you.
List of contents
1. Exploring Human Sexuality: Past and Present.
2. Understanding Human Sexuality: Theory and Research.
3. Communication and Sexuality.
4. Gender Development, Gender Roles, and Gender Identity.
5. Female Sexual Anatomy and Physiology.
6. Male Sexual Anatomy and Physiology.
7. Love and Intimacy.
8. Childhood and Adolescent Sexuality.
9. Adult Sexual Relationships.
10. Sexual Expression.
11. Sexual Orientation.
12. Pregnancy and Birth.
13. Contraception and Abortion.
14. Challenges to Sexual Functioning.
15. Sexually Transmitted Infections and HIV/AIDS.
16. Varieties of Sexual Expression.
17. Power and Coercion.
18. Sexual Images and Selling Sex.
About the author
Dr. Janell Carroll obtained her Ph.D. in human sexuality education from the University of Pennsylvania and has been teaching in the psychology department at the University of Hartford in Connecticut for over 25 years. As an AASECT-certified sexuality educator, she has been widely acknowledged for her expertise and exceptional teaching and contributions to the field of human sexuality. Planned Parenthood has honored her as a Sexuality Educator of the Year, highlighting the impact she has made in the field. In addition, the University of Hartford has acknowledged her outstanding commitment to teaching by honoring her with the Sustained Excellence in Teaching and the Gordon Clark Ramsey Award for Creative Excellence, both reserved for professors who consistently exhibit excellence and innovation in their classrooms. Prior to teaching at University of Hartford, Dr. Carroll was a tenured psychology professor at Baker University, where her excellence in teaching was celebrated with awards for Professor of the Year and Most Outstanding Person on Campus. A dynamic educator, speaker and author, Dr. Carroll has hosted her own radio talk show and podcast and has appeared as an expert on numerous talk shows and podcasts. She maintains her own website at http://www.drjanellcarroll.com and Instagram at MakesPerfectSex.
Summary
Sex is undoubtedly on your mind. So, wouldn’t you prefer a human sexuality text that truly resonates with your life and addresses your curiosities? Far beyond merely laying the groundwork in sexuality’s biology and psychology, Caroll's SEXUALITY NOW: EMBRACING DIVERSITY, 7th Edition, goes the extra mile to connect with you. It delves into contemporary issues as well as the ever-changing landscape of sexual practices and behaviors and how they impact your life. The text uses informative visuals, embracing the fluidity of sexual orientation and gender while remaining attentive to the diverse contexts of your own experiences. Enlightening discussions about sexuality result, empowering you to learn more about yourself and what’s happening around you. This text is a revealing journey, offering valuable insights that will enrich your understanding of yourself and the world around you.
