Sexuality and DiseaseLaajuus (5 ECTS)

Objective

The student
- understands the significance of illness and disease for sexuality
- is able to address sexuality with patient and their loved ones
- knows how to care and support patient and their loved ones in matters related to sexual and reproductive health
- knows how to guide and advise patients with different medical conditions on sexuality matters in different settings
- is able to provide limited information on the effects of illness and disease on sexuality

Content

Models and levels of addressing sexuality
Promoting sexual - and reproductive health in case of illness
Cancer and sexuality
Diabetes and sexuality
Mental health and sexuality
Heart diseases and sexuality