SEXUAL SELF Flashcards

(38 cards)

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it is located in a loose pouch - like sac of skin called the scrotum

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TESTES OR TESTICLES

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responsible for the production ofsperm cells and male sex hormones.

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SCROTUM

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it transports the sperm-containing fluid called semen.

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VAS DEFERENS

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is a set of coiled ducts connected to the vas deferens where the sperm cells are stored.

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EPIDIDYM

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Produces semen and nourish the sprem cells.

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PROSTATE GLANDS OR SEMINAL VESICLES

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it is the releasing of sperm cellsin the penis. Each ejaculation approximately 300- 500 million sperm cells.

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EJACULATION

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is a mascular tube that serves as the receptacle for the penis and carrier of the spermin the uterus.

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VAGINA

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Is made of erectile tissue swells with blood and hardens when a woman is sexuallyaroused.

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CLITORIS

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Its function is to produce, store,and release the egg during the ovulation.

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TWO OVARIES

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Is a hollow organ where the fertilized embryo grows to become a fetus.

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UTERUS

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the lower part of the uterus. A passage way between the vagina that expands during child birth.

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CERVIX

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it carries the fertilized egg from the ovary to uterus.

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FALLOPIAN TUBE

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are areas of the body which are highly sensitive and produce Sexual responses when stimulated.

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Erogenous zones

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This is the initial phase of sexual response,
characterized by feelings of sexual desire and
anticipation

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Excitement

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In this phase, sexual arousal continues to build, and the physiological changes that began in the excitement phase intensify

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Plateau

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16
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It is marked by a peak of intense pleasure and
release of sexual tension.

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After orgasm, the body gradually returns to its
pre-arousal state

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It is responsible for ovulation in females.

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Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)

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It is crucial in regulating the testes in men and ovaries in women. In men, it stimulates the testes to produce testosterone

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Luteinizing hormone (LH)

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Is involved in the male arousal phase.

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typically regulate motivation to engage in sexual behavior for females, with estrogen increasing motivation and progesterone decreasing it.

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Estrogen and progesterone

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At this stage, you begin to crave your partner’s presence. You feel excited and energetic as you fantasize about the things you could do together as a couple. Three chemicals trigger this feeling: norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin.

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responsible for the extra surge of energy and triggers increased heart rate, loss ofappetite, as well as the desire to sleep. Your body is in a more alert state and is ready for action.

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Norepinephrine

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associated with motivation and goal-directed behavior. It makes you pursue your object of affection. It creates a sense of novelty, where the person seems exciting, special, or unique that you want to tell the world about his or her admirable qualities.

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thought cause obsessive thinking, Low levels of serotonin are said to be present in peoplewith obsessive-compulsive behavior (OCD)
Serotonin
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involves the desire to have lasting commitment with your significant other. At this point, youmay want to get married and or/or have children.
Attachment
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are an effective family planning metid that manipulates the hormones that directly affects the normal menstrual cycle so that the ovulation will not
Hormonal Contraception
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Also known as the pill.
Oral Contraception
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adhesive patch that is placed on the skin
Transdermal Contraceptive
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rods placed under the skin.
Subdermal Implants
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T-shaped plastic device wrapped in copper
Intrauterine
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vaginal gels and creams, and glycerin films
Chemical Barriers
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It is a dome-shaped barrier methods
DIAPHRAGM
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It is a silicone cup inserted in the vagina
Cervical Cap
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This is one of the most effective birth control method
Surgical method
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A surgical operation wherein the tubes that carriers the sperm to the man's penis is cut.
Vasectomy
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it is a surgical procedure for femalesterilization involving severing and tying thefallopian tube.
Tubal Ligation
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