Explain how psychology can be used to help understand sex and gender from a biological perspective. Describe how social norms within a culture can create stigmas toward sex and gender.

Society and culture as they relate to gender, sexuality, social stigmas, and overall health.

Assessment Description

Utilizing the research skills you have been developing since Topic 1, along with the feedback from your instructors on sources and formatting, write a paper of 750 –1,200 words discussing different aspects of society and culture as they relate to gender, sexuality, social stigmas, and overall health.

Use three to four scholarly resources to support your explanations.

Consider the following in your paper:

• Explain how psychology can be used to help understand sex and gender from a biological perspective.
• Describe how social norms within a culture can create stigmas toward sex and gender.
• Explain how religion, spiritual beliefs, or a Christian worldview plays a role in societal stigmas regarding sex, gender, sexuality, and health.
• Explain the concept of social stigmas and the impact social stigmas have on mental health.

Prepare this assignment according to the guidelines found in the APA Style Guide, located in the Student Success Center.