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Week 2 130 Discussion question
Sexual Identity Development
Chapter 12 of the course textbook discusses the issues of identity development during adolescence. Based in part on the textbook readings and the 60 Minutes videos listed as Required References for this week, consider what you learned about the topic and your reaction to what you read.
In your initial post:
· Identify what you consider to be a sexual identity-related problem or issue that is of importance to you and to society and culture.
· Identify and evaluate the key positions and theoretical arguments relating to your issue.
· Include in your discussion comments on what you have learned about the reasons for differences in sexual orientation (e.g., from biological, cultural, or physiological causes).
· Ground all positions and conclusions in theory and evidence.
Required References
American Psychological Association. (2011). Practice guidelines for LGB clients: Guidelines for psychological practice with lesbian, gay, and bisexual clients (Links to an external site.). Retrieved from http://www.apa.org/pi/lgbt/resources/guidelines.aspx (Skim and familiarize yourself with the 21 Guidelines for LGBT Clients.)
Finkelstein, S. (2006). 20/20: Exploring sexual orientation: Gay or straight, Part 1 (Links to an external site.) [Video file]. New York, NY: CBS Corporation. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IoZoRbP-0WM
Finkelstein, S. (2006). 20/20: Exploring sexual orientation: Gay or straight, Part 2 (Links to an external site.) [Video file]. New York, NY: CBS Corporation. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WTLAof9oXCI
Recommended Resources
Recommended References
American Museum of Natural History. (2011). Science bulletins: Understanding the essential bond (Links to an external site.) [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kwxjfuPlArY
Khan Academy. (2014). Eriksons psychosocial development: Individuals and society (Links to an external site.) [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SIoKwUcmivk
Mercer, J. (2011). Attachment theory and its vicissitudes: Toward an updated theory. Theory & Psychology, 21(25), 25-45. doi: 10.1177/0959354309356136 (Available through SAGE Journals).
Siegel, D. J. (2004). Attachment and self-understanding: Parenting with the brain in mind. Journal of Prenatal & Perinatal Psychology and Health, 18(4), 273-285. (PsychINFO: 2004-17965-002).
thibs. (2009). The strange situation: Mary Ainsworth (Links to an external site.) [Video file]. Retrieved from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QTsewNrHUHU
