A balanced analysis of the psychology of sex and gender sets the stage for further analysis of the roles of sex and gender in human development.

Helpful pedagogy includes detailed chapter outlines; resource sections with ideas for readings, films, websites and discussion materials; student assignments such as journaling; biographies; vocabulary.

Integrates student responses from journaling assignments, excerpts from student papers, and personal perspectives to engage student interest. 

Integrates diversity in a broad sense, by taking a global approach that looks at culture, sexual orientation, racial and ethnic as well as religious and geographical diversity.