Discussion Post: Positive Sexuality & Professional Development
The novel Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy begins with the words: "All happy families are alike; every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way."
To prepare for this Discussion Post, consider whether this quote could apply to human sexuality. In other words, consider whether healthy, positive, satisfying sexuality is the same for everyone, but unsatisfying, unfulfilling, and unhealthy sexuality is negative in its own unique way. Also consider whether you think there is some basic path to positive sexuality or whether the path may look different for each person and what societal implications are inherent in this. Lastly, from a more macro perspective, please consider what you have learned about sexuality across this quarter and how that has impacted your comfort level when working with clients experiencing issues surrounding sexuality. Lastly, what are your plans for ongoing growth in this domain?
With these thoughts in mind:
Post an explanation of what positive sexuality and healthy sexual functioning mean to you, both individually and relationally, and how these attitudes reflect or differ from broader social attitudes toward sexuality. Then explain what controversies may arise because of society's different views on positive sexuality and healthy sexual functioning. In addition, share how what you have learned about sexuality across the course of this quarter has helped you to feel more competent in the area of sexual counseling and how a positive view of sexuality influences your comfort level. Lastly, include a professional development step you could take to gain further competency.
The response must include a reference list. Using Times New Roman 12 pnt font, double-space, one-inch margins, and APA style of writing and citations.