Chapter 1: sexuality in perspective Flashcards
Cultivation theory (of the media)
People think that what they see on social media represents what is happening in real life.
Framing theory / agenda setting
The media / reporters decide what to report and what not, this influences our ideas about the world.
Ethnocentrism
The belief that our own culture is above other cultures.
Cunnilingus
Mouth stimulation of the female genitals. (beffen)
Machismo (Latin culture)
The value that the male is responsible for the well-being and honor of his family.
Marianismo (Latin culture)
The value that motherhood and virginity are highly valued.
Sexual behavior that also occurs in animals
Masturbation, same-gender sex, sexual signalling and non-consensual sexual behaviour (driven by different motives.
But sex drive in animals is mostly driven by hormones instead of environmental factors.