lecture 3 Flashcards
4 factors of heteronormativity theory
- inequitable division of labour
- caregiver-mother role to partner
- objectification
- gender norms abt sexual initiation
how long is the average orgasm
3-15 seconds
orgasm gap
men are more likely to experience pleasure and orgasm than women in heterosexual relations
mons veneris (pubis)
fatty are, covered in pubid hair, on top of pubic bone. has lots of nerves and is sensitive to touch
labia majora
larger folds, covered in pubic hair. hide other parts of genitals
3 theories to pubic hair
- trap pheromones
- protection to friction
- visual sign, indicates sexual maturity
labia minora
hairless; join with clitoral hood; contains the bartholin’s glands
bartholin’s glands
secrete mucus to lubricate entrance of vagina; can become infected;
components of clitoris
- clitoral shaft (2 corpora cavernosa)
- glans (part that is visible)
- clitoral hood
what does the clitoral hood covers
exposed part of the shaft and most of glans
clitoris
highly innervated. shaft mostly hidden. the most sensitive part, can be uncomfortable when not aroused
3 types of genital mutilation
clitordectomy
excision
infibulation
clitordectomy
FGM type I; removal of the clitoris
excision
FGM type II; partial or total removal of clitoris and inner lips
infibulation
FGM type III; entire removal of clitoris and vulva + vaginal opening sutured together
function of genital mutilation
maintain sexual chastity and reduce pleasure
labiaplasty
cosmetic/elective surgery to alter labia, tighten vagina, unhood clitoris, etc
vestibular bulbs
erectile tissue; swelling of the vulva and vaginal walls with stimulation;
what is typically the depth of the vagina?
8-10cm in rest
vaginal mucosa
inside the vagina; where lubrication forms
difference in lubrication of vaginal mucosa and bartholin’s glands
bartholin’s glands - lubrication of vulva.
vaginal mucosa - lubrication of vaginal canal
cons and pros of water-based lube
+ easy to clean up, safe w all toys
-rinse off in water, needs to be reapplied, can contain glycerin
cons and pros of silicone-based lube
+ doesn’t rinse off in water, lasts longer, better for anal sex
- messy, damage sex toys, bad taste, stain sheets
cons and pros of oil-based lube
+ lasts forever
- can’t be used with toys or condoms, really messy and difficult to clean up
