Ch 8 sexual arousal Flashcards
1
Q
3 stages of sexual response?
A
- Excitement
- Orgasm
- Resolution
2
Q
Vasocongestion?
A
When a great deal of blood flows into a region as a result of the dilation of the blood vessels
3
Q
What is Myotonia?
A
When the muscles contract, not only in the genitals but also throughout the body
4
Q
What is an orgasmic platform?
A
A tightening of the entrance to the vagina
5
Q
How many and what kinds of orgasms are there physiologically?
A
Only one- clitoral orgasm
6
Q
Triphasic model of sexual response?
A
- Vasocongestion
- Muscular contractions
- Sexual desire
7
Q
Dual control model?
A
Sexual response is controlled both by sexual excitation and by sexual inhibition
8
Q
What is retrograde ejaculation?
A
Occurs when the ejaculate empties into the bladder rather than going out through the tip of the penis