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Human Sexuality in a World of Diversity, 5/E
Spencer A. Rathus, New York University
Jeffrey S. Nevid, Ph.D., St. John's University, New York
Lois Fichner-Rathus, College of New Jersey

ISBN-10: 0205335179
ISBN-13: 9780205335176

Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
Copyright: 2002
Format: Cloth Bound with PIN; 736 pp
Published: 07/17/2001

This item has been replaced by Human Sexuality in a World of Diversity, 7/E.

Integrates multicultural and multiethnic perspectives with high-interest features to engage all students in the study of human sexuality.

With a focus on broadening understanding of the range of cultural differences in sexual experiences—both around the world and within our own society, this text also engages students in exploring their own sexuality through applied, interactive features and a new focus on the internet and human sexuality.

Integrates a multicultural and multiethnic perspective including high-interest “A World of Diversity” sections in each chapter.

Provides “What Do You Say Now?” sections that focus on issues students are likely to face, such as sexual pressure and sexual harassment.

Contains numerous pedagogical aids, such as engaging “Truth or Fiction” questions, a marginal glossary, and new end-of-chapter “Questions for Critical Thinking” to pique student interest and enhance understanding.

Includes self-assessment exercises and self-scoring questionnaires that provide opportunities to expand interpersonal skills and explore attitudes and beliefs.

Coverage of homosexuality is integrated throughout to achieve a balance of perspectives between homosexuality and heterosexuality.

A new feature, “Human Sexuality Online,” explores the impact of technology on human sexuality and provides a wide variety of relevant internet sites for student exploration. These sites were specifically selected to enhance what is learned in the textbook.

New “Questions for Critical Thinking” at the end of each chapter encourage students to apply and consolidate what they have learned in that chapter before moving on to new material.

New coverage of evolutionary psychology has been integrated, including an introduction to this perspective in Chapter 1.

The chapters have been thoroughly updated with more than 500 “Year 2000” references.

TECHNOLOGY ADVANTAGE — The Interactive Companion Website (PIN required, available for Fall 2001) is accessed with the purchase of a new text. This website contains: extensive learning activities, multiple choice "practice" test questions, a wealth of web links, and audio and video clips. Materials for the instructor are also available at the site. A free Companion Website is also available.

1. What is Human Sexuality.

What Is Human Sexuality.

Thinking Critically About Human Sexuality.

Perspectives on Human Sexuality.

2. Research Methods.

A Scientific Approach to Human Sexuality.

Populations and Samples: Representing the World of Diversity.

Methods of Observation.

The Correlational Method.

The Experimental Method.

Ethics in Sex Research.

3. Female Sexual Anatomy and Physiology.

External Sex Organs.

Internal Sex Organs.

The Breasts.

The Menstrual Cycle.

4. Male Sexual Anatomy and Physiology.

External Sex Organs.

Internal Sex Organs.

Diseases of the Urogenital System.

Male Sexual Functions.

5. Sexual Arousal and Response.

Making Sense of Sex: The Role of the Senses in Sexual Arousal.

Aphrodisiacs: Of Spanish Flies and Rhino Horns.

Sexual Response and the Brain: Cerebral Sex?

Sex Hormones: Do They “Goad” Us into Sex?

The Sexual Response Cycle.

Controversies About Orgasm.

6. Gender Identity and Gender Roles.

Prenatal Sexual Differentiation.

Gender Identity.

Gender Roles and Stereotypes.

Sexism.

Gender Differences: Vive la Difference or Vive la Similarite?

On Becoming a Man or a Woman: Gender Typing.

Gender Roles and Sexual Behavior.

Psychological Androgyny: The More Traits, the Merrier?

7. Attraction and Love.

Attraction.

Love.

8. Relationships, Intimacy, and Communication.

The ABC(DE)s of Romantic Relationships.

Loneliness: “All the Lonely People, Where Do They All Come From?”

Intimacy.

Communication Skills for Enhancing Relationships and Sexual Relations.

9. Sexual Techniques and Behavior Patterns.

Solitary Sexual Behavior.

Sexual Behavior with Others.

10. Sexual Orientation.

Sexual Orientation.

Perspectives on Gay Male and Lesbian Sexual Orientations.

Adjustment of Gay Males and Lesbians.

Coming Out: Coming to Terms with Being Gay.

Patterns of Sexual Activity Among Gay Males and Lesbians.

Gay Lifestyles.

11. Conception, Pregnancy, and Childbirth.

Conception: Against All Odds.

Infertility and Alternative Ways of Becoming Parents.

Pregnancy.

Prenatal Development.

Childbirth.

Birth Problems.

The Postpartum Period.

12. Contraception and Abortion.

Contraception.

Methods of Contraception.

The Search Goes On.

Abortion.

13. Sexuality in Childhood and Adolescence.

Infancy (0 to 2 years): The Search for the Origins of Human Sexuality.

Early Childhood (3 to 8 years).

Preadolescence (9 to 13 years).

Adolescence.

Teenage Pregnancy.

Teenagers and Sex: Where Do We Stand?

14. Sexuality in Adulthood.

Singlehood.

Cohabitation: Darling, Would You Be My POSSLQ?

Marriage.

Marital Sexuality.

Extramarital Sex.

Domestic Violence.

Divorce.

Alternative Lifestyles.

Sex in the Later Years.

Sex and Disability.

15. Sexual Dysfunctions.

Types of Sexual Dysfunctions.

Origins of Sexual Dysfunctions.

Treatment of Sexual Dysfunctions.

How Do You Find a Qualified Sex Therapist?

16. Sexually Transmitted Infections.

An Epidemic.

Bacterial Infections.

Vaginal Infections.

Viral Infections.

Ectoparasitic Infestations.

Prevention of STIs: More Than Safer Sex.

17. Atypical Sexual Variations.

Normal Versus Deviant Sexual Behavior.

The Paraphilias.

Theoretical Perspectives.

Treatment of the Paraphilias.

18. Sexual Coercion.

Rape.

Verbal Sexual Coercion.

Sexual Abuse of Children.

Treatment of Rapists and Child Molesters.

Sexual Harassment.

19. Commercial Sex.

The World of Commercial Sex: A Disneyland for Adults.

Prostitution.

Pornography and Obscenity.

20. Making Responsible Sexual Decisions-An Epilogue.

Choices, Information, and Decision Making.

Value Systems.

The Balance Sheet for Decision Making.

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©2008 | Allyn & Bacon | Cloth; 752 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205532918 | ISBN-13: 9780205532919
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The perfect balance between science and pedagogy. Human Sexuality in a World of Diversity, 7e examines the rich diversity found in human sexuality and helps students develop their own opinions by promoting critical thinking skills, personal sexual health awareness, and responsible decision-making. Firmly rooted in science, the text systematically encourages students to apply the research to their own lives.
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©2005 | Allyn & Bacon | Cloth Package; 752 pp | Instock
ISBN-10: 0205460801 | ISBN-13: 9780205460809
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Integrating the latest research on human sexuality with an engaging writing style, this text has a strong pedagogy that guides students through the learning process.

Human Sexuality in a World of Diversity examines the psychology and science of sexuality. The text examines the rich diversity found in sexuality whether it is in gender roles, cultural backgrounds, sexual attitudes, sexual behaviors or customs. Combined with this examination of the diversity in human sexuality, this text helps students develop their own opinions by teaching them critical thinking skills, personal sexual health, and responsible decision-making.

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