Sexual Self Flashcards
(124 cards)
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Individual’s evaluation of his or her own sexual feelings and actions
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SEXUAL SELF
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The feelings you have about your body, and your confidence level in how you relate intimately to someone else
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SEXUAL SELF
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3 REASONS WHY AN INDIVIDUAL’S SEX IS IMPORTANT IN LIFELONG DEVELOPMENT
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- Children come under increasing pressure every year from parents, teachers, peer group and society at large to develop attitudes and behavior patterns that are considered appropriate for members of their sex.
- Learning experiences are determined by the individual’s
sex. - The attitude of parents and other significant family members towards individuals because of their sex
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3 REASONS WHY AN INDIVIDUAL’S SEX IS IMPORTANT IN LIFELONG DEVELOPMENT (WHO)
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(HURLOCK, 2001)
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SIGMUND FREUD’S PSYCHOSEXUAL STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT – EROGENOUS ZONE
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- Oral Stage
- Anal Stage
- Phallic Stage
- Latency Stage
- Genital Stage
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Lack of resolution
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Fixation
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Excessive frustration or overindulgence (vs gratification) results in
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Fixation
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results in fixation
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Excessive frustration or overindulgence
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Portion of libido remains invested
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Fixation
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what age is orag stage
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birth to 2 years old
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is the primary erogenous zone of oral stage
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mouth
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In Oral Stage, Pleasure is derived from
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sucking
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what is dominant in oral stage
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id
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types of fixations in Oral Stage
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- Oral incorporative
- Oral aggressive
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Excessive concern with oral activities
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Oral incorporative
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Excessive pessimism & aggressiveness
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Oral aggressive
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The primary conflict at this oral stage is the
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weaning process
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Oral personalities all around us such as
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smokers, nail-biters, finger-chewers, and thumb suckers
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Oral personalities engage in such oral behaviors, particularly when under ______________.
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stress
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age bracket in anal stage
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2 to 3 yrs old
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is primary erogenous in anal stage zone
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anus
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types of fixations in Anal Stage
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- Anal retentive
- Anal aggressive/expulsive
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Rigid, stubborn, stingy
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Anal retentive
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Cruel, destructive, tantrums
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Anal aggressive/expulsive
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Freud believed that the primary focus of the libido was on
controlling bladder and bowel movements
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The major conflict at this anal stage is
toilet training
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Anal-expulsive personality
- messy,
- wasteful,
- destructive
personality
- disorderly
- cruel
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Anal-retentive personality
- Stingy
- Orderly
- rigid
- obsessive
- stubborn
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age bracket of phallic stage
3-5 yrs old
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are primary erogenous zone in phallic stage
genitals
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Superego development
Phallic Stage
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types of fixations of boys in Phallic Stage
- Oedipus Complex
- Castration Anxiety
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types of fixations of girls in Phallic Stage
- Electra Complex
- Penis Envy
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describes these feelings of wanting to possess the mother and the desire to replace the father.
Oedipus complex
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The child also fears that he will be punished by the father for these feelings, a fear Freud termed
castration anxiety
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has been used to described a similar set of feelings experienced by young girls
Electra complex
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The term Electra complex has been used to described a similar set of feelings experienced by young girls. Freud, however, believed that girls instead experience
penis envy
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age bracket of latency stage
6 yrs old – Puberty
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Period of rest and calm
latency stage
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Erogenous Zone of latency stage:
Sexual Feelings Are Inactive
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Sex instinct sublimated into school activities, hobbies, and sports
latency stage
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Focus on same sex friendships
latency stage
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In latency stage, Psychosexual energy is channeled into
academic and social pursuits
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This latency stage is important in the development of
social and communication skills and self-confidence
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Conflicts and fixations do not occur during this stage
latency stage
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Age bracket in genital stage
Adolescence – Adulthood
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In genital stage, Libidinal energy organized around the
genitals
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Conforming to societal sanctions of sexual expression
genital stage
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Finding satisfaction in love & work
genital stage
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Erogenous Zone in genital stage
Maturing Sexual Interests
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Focus committed adult relationships – warm and caring
genital stage
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The individual develops a strong sexual interest in the opposite sex
genital stage
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is directed to heterosexual pleasure, rather than self-pleasure like during the phallic stage.
Sexual instinct
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Sexual instinct is directed to _______________________, rather than self-pleasure like during the phallic stage.
heterosexual pleasure
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Realization of full adult sexuality occurs during this stage and sexual urges re-awaken
genital stage
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Only __________________ can ever penetrate an egg.
one sperm
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every 28 days
400,000 eggs
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Egg cell carries the
X chromosome
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In females, Puberty starts between ages ____________ along with bodily changes like breast, hair,skin, and voice
8-13
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In females, Puberty starts between ages 8-13 along with bodily changes like
breast, hair,skin, and voice
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first menstrual period
Menarche
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how many sperm cells/spermatozoa every week
200 million
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the sex-determining cell
X orY chromosomes
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X orY chromosomes
the sex-determining cell
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In males, Puberty starts around _______________ and bodily changes include like change in voice, hair,size of penis, and larynx
10-15 years old
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In males, Puberty starts around 10-15 years old and bodily changes include like change in
voice, hair,size of penis, and larynx
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The brain also changes, the hormones in men’s brains are
constantly active
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People’s sexual responses follow a regular pattern consisting of four phases:
- excitement (desire/arousal)
- plateau
- orgasm
- resolution
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a person’s overall sexual drive or desire for sexual activity
Libido
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Muscle tension increases
PHASE 1: EXCITEMENT
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Heart rate quickens and breathing is accelerated.
PHASE 1: EXCITEMENT
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Nipples become hardened or erect
PHASE 1: EXCITEMENT
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Blood flow to the genitals increases, resulting in swelling
of the woman’s clitoris and labia minora (inner lips), and
erection of the man’s penis.
PHASE 1: EXCITEMENT
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The vagina continues to swell from increased blood flow, and the vaginal walls turn a dark purple.
PHASE 2: PLATEAU
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The woman’s clitoris becomes highly sensitive (may even be
painful to touch) and retracts under the clitoral hood to avoid direct stimulation from the penis
PHASE 2: PLATEAU
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The man’s testicles are withdrawn up into the scrotum.
PHASE 2: PLATEAU
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Muscle spasms may begin in the feet, face and hands.
PHASE 2: PLATEAU
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Involuntary muscle contractions begin
PHASE 3: ORGASM
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Blood pressure, heart rate, and breathing are at their highest rates, with a rapid intake of oxygen.
PHASE 3: ORGASM
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Muscles in the feet spasm.
PHASE 3: ORGASM
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There is a sudden, forceful release of sexual tension.
PHASE 3: ORGASM
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In women, the muscles of the vagina contract. In men, rhythmic contractions of the muscles at the base of the penis result in the ejaculation of semen.
PHASE 3: ORGASM
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The body slowly returns to its normal level of functioning.
PHASE 4: RESOLUTION
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Some women are capable of a rapid return to the orgasm
phase with further sexual stimulation and may experience multiple orgasms
PHASE 4: RESOLUTION
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Men need recovery time after orgasm, called a refractory
period
PHASE 4: RESOLUTION
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Men need recovery time after orgasm, called a
refractory period
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THE FIVE CYCLES/ CIRCLES OF SEXUALITY
- SENSUALITY
- SEXUAL INTIMACY
- SEXUAL IDENTITY
- REPRODUCTION AND SEXUAL HEALTH
- SEXUALIZATION
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Awareness and feeling about your own body and other people’s bodies, especially the body of a sexual partner
SENSUALITY
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Is the ability to be emotionally close to another human being and to accept closeness in return.
SEXUAL INTIMACY
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It is a person’s understanding of who he/she is sexually, including the sense of being male or of being female
SEXUAL IDENTITY
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These are the person’s capacity to reproduce and the behaviors and attitudes that make sexual relationships
healthy and enjoyable.
REPRODUCTION AND SEXUAL HEALTH
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Aspect of sexuality in which people behave sexually to influence, manipulate, or control other people.
SEXUALIZATION
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Often called the “shadowy” side of human sexuality
SEXUALIZATION
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SEXUALIZATION is Often called the ___________ side of human sexuality
“shadowy”
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Once youth have reached puberty (ages 13-19) and beyond, they experience _____________________________________________________________________________
increased interest in romantic and sexual relationships and in genital sex behaviors.
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the phase which is driven by the sex hormones testosterone and estrogen.
Lust
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These two hormones excites the feeling of lust within the brain.
testosterone and estrogen
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the phase is said to be one of the beautiful moments in life
Attraction
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Lust is the phase which is driven by the sex hormones
testosterone and estrogen
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This is the amazing time when you are truly love- struck and can think of little else.
Attraction
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(Attraction) Scientists think that the three main neurotrasmitters are involved in this stage;
Adrenaline, Dopamine and Serotonin
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is a bond helping the couple to take their relationship to advanced levels.
Attachment
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Scientist think that there might be two major hormones involved in this feeling of attachmen
Oxytocin andVasopressin
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means holding stereotyped opinions about people according to their gender
gender bias
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Since ______, the ___________________________ has called on psychologists to take the lead in removing the stigma of mental illness that has long been associated with lesbian, gay, and bisexual orientations.
1975; American Psychological Association
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Refers to an enduring pattern of emotional, romantic, and/or sexual attractions to men, women, or both sexes.
SEXUAL ORIENTATION
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is a period when people separate from their parents and families and begin to develop autonomy
Adolescence
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Adolescence can be a __________________________, and many youths may question their sexual feelings.
period of experimentation
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Acknowledging this identity can bring and end to
confusion
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On the other hand, many lesbian, gay, and bisexual youths appear to experience
no greater level of health or mental health risks.
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- is one of the most common behaviors among humans
Sexual intercourse
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is a sexual activity practiced by people who are unmarried.
Premarital Sex
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Sexually Transmitted Disease/Infections is also known as
Venereal Diseases
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They are passed through vaginal intercourse, oral sex and
anal sex.
Sexually Transmitted Disease/Infections
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Sexually Transmitted Disease/Infections are passed through
vaginal intercourse, oral sex and anal sex
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HIV/ AIDS meaning
Human Immunodeficiency Virus
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is the virus that causes Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
HIV
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meaning of AIDS
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
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HIV is the virus that causes
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS)
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preventable and manageable but not curable and breakdowns the body’s immune system
HIV/ AIDS
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HIV/ AIDS is preventable and manageable but not curable and breakdowns the
body’s immune system
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This is pregnancy in human females under the age of 20 at the time the pregnancy ends
TEENAGE PREGNANCY
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Everyday in developing countries, __________ girls under the age 18 give birth
20,000
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