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Final Exam (Ch. 9, 10, 13) Flashcards

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who often has difficulty talking openly about sexual matters

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people of all ages

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mutual empathy

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the awareness of each partner’s reciprocal care for each other
making sure each person feels safe talking about sex

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how do college-level sex ed courses help?

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help break down communication barriers by demystifying sexual health and practices

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how has the internet affected sexuality?

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expanded the avenues to explore and express sexuality

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altersexuality

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increased fluidity of sexual experience

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wikisexuality

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sexual experiences that are not possible (or comfortable) in “real” life

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the problem with wikisexuality

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perpetuates the rape myth

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how do people learn about appropriate expressions of sexuality?

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it is culture specific
learn from family, friends, society, religion

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sexually responsible decisions involve . . .

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considering the possible consequences of sexual behavior

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establishing boundaries is important in . . .

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being true to one’s own values

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sexual abstinence means . . .

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different things to different people, cultures, religious groups

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reactance

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teens want to do things they’re not supposed to do

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causes of sexual guilt

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extramarital affairs, sexual promiscuity, hooking up

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misconceptions about sex

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women should not initiate (not as desirable)
gay bad
hot people are better in bed
old people have no interest in sex

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concerns about sexuality

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worrying about performance
STIs and STDs
worrying about body
feel responsible for partner dissatisfaction
guilt over sexual feelings + behaviors
feel abnormal

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criteria for abnormal sexual behavior

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non-consensual
with something that cannot consent

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sensual experiences and sexual experiences

relationship between the two

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can be enjoyed separate from each other

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sexual arousal and response is affected by . . .

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numerous factors

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sexual health correlation with general health

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positive correlation
high ejaculation = lower risk of prostate cancer
sex-> endocrine events, physical + emotional reactions -> better women’s health

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what is valued in sexual relationships?

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love and affection

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important attributes for sexual relationships

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commitment
good communication
high quality of emotional + physical intimacy

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what is the relationship between love and sex?

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positive correlation

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hook-up

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short-term non-monogamous sexual relationship without the expectation of emotional intimacy

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hook ups most prevalent with . . .

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American college students
also occurs among younger adolescents, non-college adults

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hook ups occur between . . .
people who know one another on an acquaintance level (possibly through a friend)
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friends with benefits
they fuckin no desire for a long-term relationship
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"sexual addiction" and "compulsive sexual behavior" controversy
over whether they are appropriate terms
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how to deal with sex addiction
12-step peer-led groups
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watching more porn causes . . .
stronger sexual urges
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indicators of a porn problem
unexplained absences excessive computer use social + emotional withdrawal hiding, lying, and secretive behavior increased performance concerns decreased affection, intimacy, non-sexual touching
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hazards of unprotected sex
HIV/AIDs other STIs unplanned pregnancies (including mental effects)
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questions to consider to make responsible sexual choices
will my actions -hurt someone? -limit another's freedom? -exploit another's rights? (power imbalance) -be consistent with my values and commitments?
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good gauge of how you will approach your career
how you approach your postsecondary education
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leaving college will make it . . .
more difficult to return later
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important factors in choosing a career
motivation and achievement attitudes about occupations abilities and aptitudes interests values self-concept
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John Holland's Personality Types
realistic investigative artistic social enterprising conventional
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process of deciding on a career
- comprehensive information gathering - analytic information processing - less procrastination, more effort invested - greater speed in reaching the final decision - less dependence on others and less desire to please - an internal locus of control - begin by focusing on yourself - generate alt. solutions (backup plans) - gather + assess info about alternatives - weigh and prioritize your alternatives - make the decision + formulate a plan - carry out the decision - get feedback
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what to do if you experience discontent in work?
focus on factors you can change
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in your work you should . . .
identify ways you can create meaning in your work
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if you have to stay at a bad job
find fulfillment outside of your job (recognition, significance, productivity, excitement)
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assess whether your attitudes about work . . .
help or hinder your career success
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people often equate what they do with . . .
who they are
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job loss leads to questioning . . .
judgement, priorities, and ideals
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how to stave off loneliness during unemployment
stay in touch with friends and family
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bullying on the job can cause . . .
anxiety and depression reduced effectiveness at work
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negative/pessimistic employees will likely . . .
take out their frustrations on coworkers
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abusive supervisors are more challenging to deal with than abusive employees because . . .
power imbalance
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a great asset in midlife
being aware of career options
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what makes job change harder?
attitudes and fears about changing jobs that are left unquestioned and unexamined
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people who feel stuck in their jobs should ask themselves . . .
if their personal satisfaction outweighs the financial rewards
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technological advances that revolutionized the way we work
email and mobile technology
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normal personal/professional life boundary changed by . . .
technology
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more people working at . . .
home
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retirees may experience . . .
dissatisfaction, purposeless actively involved in recreation, community work, new ventures
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retirement may need to be delayed due to . . .
unanticipated financial hardships
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how to make retirement a new beginning
keeping oneself vital as physical, psychological, spiritual, social beings
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5 retirement paths
continuers - keep working adventurers - travel seekers - try lots of new things easy gliders - easy transition retreaters - isolated
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recreation involves . . .
creating new interests that become our path to vitality
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appropriate work/recreation balance depends on . . .
the needs of the individual
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pursuit of leisure activities is associated with . . .
improved physical and cognitive functioning increased happiness greater longevity
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3 existential questions for meaning
who am I? where am I going? why?
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quest for identity involves . . .
identifying core values listening to inner selves may go against cultural upbringing continuous, never ending
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how to find our meaning
creating our own meaning
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two things related to meaning in life
nostalgia and hope (past and future)
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philosophy of life is made up of . . .
the fundamental beliefs, attitudes, and values that govern a person's behavior
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how to form your own philosophy
create alone time for reflection reflect on basic assumptions about life consider what eventual death means for your current life listen to those who challenge your beliefs - civil discourse adopt an accepting attitude towards people who believe differently
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historical figures to look up to
Martin Luther King Jr. Mahatma Gandhi Viktor Frankl Dr. Edith Eva Eger Nelson Mandella
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logotherapy
therapy through meaning
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Viktor Frankl believed . . .
our search for purpose is what distinguishes us as humans
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Nietzsche claimed . . .
"He who has a why to live for can bear with almost any how."
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what shapes the meaning of our lives?
the decisions we make or fail to make
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Philip Zimbardo addresses . . .
the perplexing issue of how average decent people become perpatrators of evil
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behavior change: 2 critical catalysts
the external situation the system that creates and maintains the situation
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who is trying to understand the phenomenon of radicalization?
political analysts, scholars, and countless others
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Philip Zimbardo's current passion
Heroic Imagination Project
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mission of the Heroic Imagination Project
teach people skills/knowledge to make effective decisions in challenging situations
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4 criteria for an act to be heroic
voluntary helps others potential risk/cost to self don't expect gain/payoff
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spirituality
a set of beliefs and practices that can result in a life-changing path that gives greater meaning, purpose, and fulfillment to a person's life
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Dalai Lama believes the ultimate goal of religion is to . . .
produce better human beings who will demonstrate caring and acceptance of others
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basic spiritual values include . . .
goodness, love, compassion, tolerance forgiveness human warmth, caring kindness to self
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compassion involves . . .
caring about another's suffering and doing something about it
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questions for our values
where did values come from? have I questioned my values? are my values open to change? are my actions consistent with my beliefs? can I accept people with different values? do I avoid judging others?
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how to embrace diversity
pay attention to common ground and universal themes that unite us life philosophy should embrace understanding and acceptance of diverse worldviews
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paths toward an ever-narrowing existence
prejudice and discrimination
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prejudice vs. discrimination
prejudice = attitudes discrimination = actions
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first step toward change (for diversity)
becoming aware of our own subtle prejudice
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unintentional bigotry
being convinced we do not harbor prejudice
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microaggressions
persistent verbal, behavioral, environmental assaults, insults, and invalidations often occur subtly, difficult to identify
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how to break down the barriers that separate us
acknowledge and understand your biases and prejudices be respectful of those who are different learn about different cultures be willing to test, adapt, and change your perceptions imagine being someone of [group]
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we can make a difference through . . .
our attitudes, choices, and actions
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examples of ways we can make a difference
help out someone (family, friend, neighbor) get involved in human rights organizations, support social justice take steps to protect our planet
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first step to protecting the planet
recognize there is a growing global crisis
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second step to protecting the planet
recognize that each of us can assume personal responsibility to bring change
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landmark climate change agreement where?
UN Climate Change Conference in Paris
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personal growth is a . . .
process, not a destination
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who can change your ways of thinking, feeling, and doing?
only you!
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consider counseling if you . . .
feel out of control of your life are stuck in unsatisfying relationship in spiritual crisis experiencing significant loss are a victim of discrimination/oppression fear using your potential
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pathways for continued self-exploration
develop a reading program practice ongoing self-assessment engage in self-directed behavior change get involved in a support group

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