Week 8 Discussion

Week 8 Discussion

Discussion Question 1: Sex, Gender, and Development

Prepare a 200-300-word response in which you address the following:

• Normal developmental milestones are inextricably influenced by sex and gender. How would you support this statement through the application of Male/Female Identity Development Models

Discussion Question 2: It Got Better

Prepare a 200-300-word response in which you address the following:

• Review the video “It Got Better Featuring Tim Gunn.”
• Apply the stages and factors associated with LGBTQ identity development as explored in the video.
• Discuss how gender identity and/or sexual orientation may impact one’s identity development.

references:

Read Chapters 8 “Lifespan Developmental Issues for Women,” 9 “Lesbian Identity Development,” 10 “Gay Male Identity Development and Counseling,” 11 “Black Racial Identity Development,” 12 “Defining Latino Identity Through Late Adolescent Development,” 13 “White Racial Identity Development,” and 14 “Spiritual Development: Focusing as a Gateway in Counseling” of the text Lenses: Applying Lifespan Development Theories in Counseling.