Sexual Health PromotionLaajuus (4 ECTS)

Objective

Objectives

Studies lead to familiarity with the fundamentals of sexual health promotion and provide tools to act as an expert of midwifery in promotion of individual and public sexual health. The focus of the studies is on different forms of sexuality and their impact on the midwifery practice. The student is acquainted with current issues of sexual health and methods promoting it.

Content

Sexual and reproductive health
Cultural and social dimension of sexuality
Sexual orientation and identity
Sexual and reproductive rights
Sexual health in various phases of life
Methods of health and sexual health promotion
Challenges of health promotion in midwifery