410.626.01
The Epidemiology of LGBTQ Health

Location
East Baltimore
Term
4th Term
Department
Health, Behavior and Society
Credit(s)
3
Academic Year
2024 - 2025
Instruction Method
In-person
Class Time(s)
Tu, Th, 1:30 - 2:50pm
Auditors Allowed
Yes, with instructor consent
Available to Undergraduate
No
Grading Restriction
Letter Grade or Pass/Fail
Course Instructor(s)
Harry Barbee
Contact Name
Harry Barbee
Frequency Schedule
Every Year
Prerequisite

340.601 or 340.751, or permission from the instructors

Description
Introduces constructs of sexual orientation and gender identity in the context of public health. Explores historical, epidemiological, and social perspectives related to the physical and mental health of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) individuals and communities. Orients students to current and historic epidemiological and contextual issues that shape what is known about LGBTQ health, presents an overview of LGBTQ health disparities and interventions, and develops a foundation for critical thinking about LGBTQ health research and intervention potential.
Learning Objectives
Upon successfully completing this course, students will be able to:
  1. Assess what is known and unknown in LGBTQ health research
  2. Discuss social, historical, and contextual factors that have shaped LGBTQ health
  3. Critically read public health literature related to LGBTQ health
  4. Apply an ecological perspective to LGBTQ health, identifying individual, social, community, and societal influences on the health and health behaviors of LGBTQ individuals
  5. Identify and compare examples of effective public health interventions for LGBTQ populations
Methods of Assessment
This course is evaluated as follows:
  • 10% Participation
  • 10% Discussion Board
  • 30% Midterm Paper
  • 30% Final Paper
  • 20% Final Presentation
Instructor Consent
No consent required
Special Comments

Harry Barbee will be the instructor.