Human Sexuality in a World of Diversity (with Study Card) (6th Edition) - Hardcover

Rathus, Spencer A.; Nevid, Jeffrey S.; Fichner-Rathus, Lois

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0205460801 ISBN 13: 9780205460809

Publisher: Allyn & Bacon, 2004

Synopsis

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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Human Sexuality in a World of Diversity examines the psychology and science of sexuality, emphasizing diversity, critical thinking, responsible decision-making, and sexual health. The sixth edition combines the latest research on human sexuality, an engaging writing style, and countless study aids to provide you with the most comprehensive and accurate examination of human sexuality available. Building on this strong academic foundation, the authors explore the rich diversity found in gender roles, cultural backgrounds, sexual attitudes, sexual behaviors, and customs in the United States and around the world, while challenging you to think critically about all that you learn and make healthy decisions about your own sexuality.

 

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About the Author:

Ed Herold is a professor at the University of Guelph where he has been teaching since 1970. He is an experienced author and has published numerous articles and research papers. He is also the author of the previous edition of Human Sexuality in a World of Diversity.

About this edition

• Publisher: Allyn & Bacon
• Publication date: 2004
• ISBN 10: 0205460801
• ISBN 13: 9780205460809
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition number: 6
• Number of pages: 752