final 11&12 Flashcards
celibacy is the term for the
refraining from all sexual activity
the two most common autoerotic behaviors are
masturbation and sexual fantasy
sexual activity is one of the components in this type of relationship
intimate
overall, sexual attitudes in the US are shaped by
tension between the two poles of sexual restrictiveness and sexual freedom
being partially celibate differs from being fully celibate in that a person can still engage in
masturbation
Specific erogenous zones are the
penis, clitoris, breasts, lips
abstinence generally refers to
refraining from intercourse
the transdermal patch works by slowly releasing these two hormones into the bloodstream through the skin
Progesterone and estrogen
vaginal contraceptive ring works by
slowly releasing estrogen and progesterone
a contraceptive that alters the biochemistry of a womans body is a type of
hormonal method
contraceptives that act as physical obstructions, blocking sperm from uniting with eggs, should be used together with contraceptive substances known as
spermicides
Hormonal contraceptive methods are
the transdermal patch, oral contraceptives and the vaginal ring
what are the disadvantages of hormonal contraceptives?
they can cause mood changes and headaches
Barrier contraceptive method examples are
The contraceptive sponge, male condom and diaphragm
Surgical abortion involves _
opening the cervix and removing the contents of the uterus