L7: Sexual Perspective of the Self Flashcards
1. To understand the crucial aspect of human sex development. 2. To know the biological and environmental factors that shape sexual development. 3. To appreciate the complexity, structure, and beauty of human sexuality. (91 cards)
how many chromosomes in a normal human?
23
1 pair
sex chromosome
is considered the “fundamental” sex?
female sex
called the SRY (Sex-determining region in the Y chromosome)
- Y chromosome
SRY stands for?
Sex-determining region in the Y chromosome
initiates the development of the testes while suppressing the vital genes for female development
SRY gene
is the stage at which individuals become sexually mature/early as 8 years old
Puberty
act as bridge for sperm to transmit
penis
testicle- 24 hrs
testes - 24 hrs - sperm
fluids
prostate and vesicel
male first ejaculation called
spermache
receives the penis with sperm
vagina
female external part of repro
vulva
where the 3 egg cells located
ovary
why 3 egg cells
1 for fertilization, 2 for nutrients
first mens of female called?
menarche
where egg and sperm meets?
fallopian tube
Refers to the parts of the body that are primarily receptive and increase sexual arousal when touched sexually - ER
Erogenous Zones
other term for Erogenous Zones
“hot spots”
Bear in mind that
what feels great for you, or one person does not mean others will like it too. Each individual has
their kind of sensitivities.
Type of Erogenous Zone - The pleasurable sensation felt from these regions is simply an exaggerated form of tickle (neck, armpit, chest, & etc.)
Nonspecific Skin EZ (NSEZ)
Type of Erogenous Zone - It is found in the mucocutaneous regions of the body or those regions made of both mucous membrane and cutaneous skin (lips, nipples, peri-anus, and genitals).
Specific Skin EZ (SSEZ)
refers to the sequence of
physical and emotional occurrences. * In general, both men and women experience these
phases. However, they do not experience it at the same time.
Human Sexual Response Cycle
caused by increased pulse and blood pressure. flow of blood to penis and vulva, nipple- dopamine & serotonin rush
Excitement Phase