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We have entered a new era in the technological control of human reproduction and, consequently, have encountered new questions of political, personal, and ethical, as well as scientific significance. This course examines current knowledge about the biology of human reproductive processes and the medical technologies designed to prevent or assist those processes. Among the technologies examined are oral contraceptions, the I.U.D., RU 486, in vitro fertilization, and gene therapy. With this science and technology background, the politics and psychology of reproductive processes and technologies will be explored. Analyses will be drawn from areas such as feminist theory, psychoanalysis, legal theory, and social constructionism.
COURSE FORMAT: Lecture
Level: UGRD Credit: 1 Gen Ed Area Dept: NSM PSYC Grading Mode: Student Option
Prerequisites: NONE
Last Updated on MAR-24-2000
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