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Sexual self Flashcards

1
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This is the transition from childhood to adulthood. A period beginning
with the onset of puberty and ending when individuals assume the roles
and responsibilities of an adult.

A

ADOLESCENCE

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Age of Adolescence

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11-19 years

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The Period of rapid physical maturation
involving hormonal and bodily changes that
take place primarily in the early adolescence.

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Puberty

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Organs of the male reproductive system

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Penis
 Urethra
 Vas Deferens
 Scrotum
 Testes
 Bladder*
*Not a part of the reproductive
system
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5
Q

the external reproductive organ,
urethra passes through the penis and
allows urine and semen to exit the body.

A

Penis

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6
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a sac or pouch which holds the

testes.

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Scrotum

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Bladder

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holds urine prior to urination.

Urine leaves the bladder via the urethra.

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8
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a tube which allows urine and
semen to exit the body. Connects to the
bladder

A

Urethra

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9
Q

a tube which connects the
testes to the urethra and allows semen to
exit the body.

A

Vas deferens

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10
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two glands which produce sperm
and hormones (testosterone)
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Testes

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11
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Female reproductive system

A 
Vagina
 Cervix
 Uterus
 Fallopian
Tubes
 Ovary
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12
Q

called the birth canal, a
tube leading from the uterus to the
outside of the body.

A

Vagina

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13
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the lower portion of the uterus;

where the vagina and uterus meet.

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cervix

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14
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a hollow, fist-sized organ located

between the bladder and rectum.

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uterus

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15
Q

also called oviducts; are
two tubes connecting the uterus with the
ovaries.

A

Fallopian tubes

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16
Q

small organs on the ends of the
Fallopian tubes responsible for the
production and release of eggs (ova-pl).

A

ovaries

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17
Q

Like testes, the ovaries produce hormones called____

A

Estrogen

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18
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This release of the ova is called_____

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ovulation

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19
Q 
Parts of the body that
are especially sensitive
and cause increased
sexual arousal when
touched or stimulated in
a sexual way.
A

Erogenous zones

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20
Q

Other erogenous zones

A

necks
inner thighs, belly button,
ears, and feet.

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21
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the area between the testes and the
anus. One of the most
pleasurable areas for a man.

A

perineum

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22
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another
surprising erogenous zone
because it is possibly the
least sexual. What makes
this unique is the fact that
it can be done in public
without making a scene.
A

Scalp

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23
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ANDROGENS

A

male sex hormones secreted

by testes

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24
Q

male & female sex organs

penis, vagina

A

Genitals

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25
Q

female sex hormone from
ovaries; needed for eliciting lordosis
behavior

A

ESTROGENS

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26
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PROGESTERONE

A

female sex hormone

secreted by ovaries; increases libido (sexdrive)

27
Q

is the feeling of initial sexual desire, promotes.
Secretion of certain hormones stimulate the brain’s pleasure
centre and leading to side effects such as increased heart
rate, loss of appetite and sleep, and an intense feeling of
excitement pleasure.

A

Lust

28
Q

encompasses a variety of different emotional and
mental states, typically strongly and positively experienced,
ranging from the most sublime virtue or good habit, the
deepest interpersonal affection and to the simplest pleasure.

A

Love

29
Q

involves wanting to make a more lasting

commitment to your loved one.

A

Attachments

30
Q

associated with motivation,
reward, and goal-directed behavior, hence
the drive to pursue your loved one or create
them in fantasy if you can’t be with them.

A

Dopamine

31
Q

Norepinephrine

A

responsible for the extra
surge of energy and racing heart that you
feel, as well as the loss of appetite and desire
for sleep. It puts your body into a more alert
state in which you are ready for action.

32
Q

Seretonin

A

probably decreases at this stage,

but more studies need to be done.

33
Q

a hormone released
during orgasm (and during childbirth and
breast-feeding). This may be the reason
why sex is thought to bring couples closer
together and be the “glue” that binds the
relationship. There is a dark side to
oxytocin as well. It seems to play a role in
needy, clinging behaviors and jealousy.

A

Oxytocin

34
Q

sexual self-stimulation
➢ Varies across gender but males do it
more often compared w/females
➢ Some engage in this activity whether or
not there is sexual outlet available
➢ Most experts say that they view this as
healthy, legitimate and harmless

A

Masturbation

35
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heterosexuality

A

sexual attraction &

behavior to the other sex

36
Q

person who is sexually attracted

to members of their own sex

A

Homosexual

37
Q

Sexual orientation

A

is dependent on a person’s
sexual feelings and behaviors and romantic
feelings

38
Q

person who is sexually attracted to

people of same sex and the other sex

A

Bisexuality

39
Q

There is currently no significant relationship
between sexual orientation and psychological
adjustments

True or False?

A

True

40
Q

person who believes
he/she is born with the body of the
other gender

A

Transsexual

41
Q

an act where one person forces

another person to submit to sexual activity

A

rape

42
Q

date rape

A

a type of rape in w/c rapist is

either a date or a romantic acquaintance

43
Q

CHILDHOOD SEXUAL ABUSE

A

Most common for children aging 7 to 13 y/o
➢ Abuse is usually committed by a relative or
an acquaintance, or a parent or stepparent
➢ Victims report fear, anxiety, depression,
anger & hostility

44
Q

PHASES OF SEXUAL RESPONSE

A
  1. EXCITEMENT
  2. PLATEAU
  3. ORGASM
  4. RESOLUTION
45
Q

body returns to its unaroused

state

A

Resolution

46
Q

peak of sexual excitement; rhythmic muscular
contractions occur in the genitals; semen is expelled
through ejaculation

A

Orgasm

47
Q

Plateau

A

maximum level of arousal is attained; body is

preparing for orgasm; muscle tension becomes greater

48
Q

Excitement

A

lasts for few minutes to over an hour;
penis becomes erect; clitoris swells; vagina becomes
lubricated; sex-flush for females (red rash in chest &
throat)

49
Q

Hypothalamus is the seat of emotion

True or False?

A

True

50
Q

sensitive areas of the body

that have rich array of nerve receptors

A

Erogenous zones

51
Q

burning sensation during urination and a

discharge from vagina

A

Chlamydia

52
Q

Genital Herpes

A

like “sores” or blisters around the

genitals

53
Q

burning sensation also during urination

and discharge from penis

A

Gonorrhea

54
Q

if untreated, may affect brain, heart and

developing fetus; can be fatal

A

Syphilis

55
Q

caused by a virus that destroys that body’s

immune system

A

AIDS

56
Q

defined as not having any type of sexual
intercourse or sex play with a partner. It is the only
birth control method that is 100% effective in
preventing pregnancy as well as sexually transmitted
diseases.

A

Abstinence

57
Q

Withdrawal

A

a behavioral action where a man pulls his

penis out of the vagina before he ejaculates.

58
Q

___________ methods require a woman to
monitor her body to determine when she is most fertile.
This natural birth control method involves paying
attention to different body changes (such as basal body
temperature or cervical mucus) and recording them to
predict when you will ovulate

A

Fertility awareness

59
Q

Outercourse

A

is any type of sexual play without sexual
intercourse. This includes kissing, erotic massage,
manual stimulation (with one’s hands), masturbation,
rubbing against each other, oral sex, fantasy, anal sex,
and/or using sex toys.

60
Q

can postpone ovulation for up to 6 months
after giving birth. This natural birth control method
works because the hormone required to stimulate milk
production prevents the release of the hormone that
triggers ovulation.

A 
Continuous Breastfeeding (Lactational Amenorrhea
Method)
61
Q

are a kind of medicine with hormones

that you take every day to prevent pregnancy.

A

Birth Control Pills

62
Q

Condoms

A

classified as “barrier”
contraception. generally are made from synthetic
rubber.

63
Q

unlike the female or male condoms, is
reusable. It is made of rubber and inserted into the
vagina—with spermicide applied—to cover the cervix.

A

Diaphragm

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