HLTH 220 Flashcards
T or F: there is one global perspective on sexuality and it is that it is taboo
false
has sexuality become more or less embedded into our everyday lives
more
what is sexuality influenced and shaped by?
pop culture or mass media
T or F: While TV and viewing have been increasing, the number of sexual references has also increased
true
at what time are decency standards looser in television?
between 10pm and 6am
what is an example of something to do with sexuality that we may see as normal that other cultures may not?
kissing
why is it important to study female anatomy?
to increase sexual comfort and monitor for changes related to health concerns
what are the major functions of the female genitalia?
- to produce ova (eggs)
- to produce estrogen and progesterone
- to provide for the reception of sperm, the movement, of sperm, and the site of fertilization
- to provide a location for fetal development
to carry out the birth process
-provides sexual pleasure
what is fertilization?
it is the union of the sperm and the egg
what are the structures of the breast?
- the lobes mammary glands
- fats & ligaments
- pectoralis muscle
- nipple
- areola
- ## lactiferous ducts
what is the function of the fatty tissue of the breast?
determines the size/ shape of the breast and gives it support
what are the mammary glands? what are their functions?
milk-producing cells. their functions are lactation
what is the purpose of the lactiferous ducts?
to carry milk from the mammary glands to the nipple. it also acts as storage of milk
describe the appearance of the areola. why is it bumpy? what is the purpose of the bumps?
a ring of darker skin around the nipple with a rougher bumpier texture than the rest of the skin. this is because of the many oil glands in the areola. these glands provide lubrication for the nipple for breast feeding
what are the external structures of the vagina? what are they collectively called?
- labia majora
-labia minora
-clitoris : sole function is sexual arousal
-urethral opening
-hymen: thin membrane containing a high amount of blood vessels - mons pubis: pad of fatty tissue that covers the area of the pubic bone
collectively: vulva
what is the purpose of the labia majora and the labia minora?
Majora- to protect all vaginal organs including the clitoris and vaginal opening
minora - provides secondary protection
how is the study of sexuality different from other studies?
sexuality is surrounded by an array of fears, taboos, prejudice, and hypocrisy
T or F: exposure to television affects us all in the same ways
false
how are lesbians portrayed in film an tv? how are gay men portrayed? how are queer people potrayed?
lesbian - super masucline or super feminine
gay men - effimaniate, flighty, or closeted
queer - odd
WHAT is the one shared view of normal sexual behavior that most cultures agree with?
reproduction
T or F: all embryos start out as female.
true
what is the cruca of the clitoris? what does it attach to that attacked to the pubic bone?
cruca is two internal branches within the shaft of the clitoris
the cruca attaches to the copora cavernosa
what are the internal structures of the female anatomy?
- uterus:
-vaginal canal - fallopian tubes
- ovaries
- fimbriae: hair-like structures near the ovaries: gonad, or an organ that produces gametes
- ## cervix: small opening at the back of the vagina
what is another word for vaginal opening? for uterus?
introitus. womb.
what connects the vagina to the uterus? is the fallopian tubes attached to the ovaries?
the cervix. no they are not
what are the other structures of the anatomy for \ females?
- anus: opening of the rectum where feces passes through
- perineum: the space between the vagina and the anus
- urethra: tube which urine passes through
what are the external structures of the male anatomy?
the penis and the scrotum
what are the parts of the penis
- root: base, attaches the penis to the pelvic cavity
- shaft: the body of the penis
-head: (aka glans penis)
what are the three columns of erectile tissue in the penis shaft?
two corpora cavernosa and one corpus spongiosum beneath those two
T or F: in very rare and extreme cases, there is no relationship between penis size and a mans ability to have a sexual intercourse
true
what are the internal structures of the male anatomy?
- testes: functions are sperm production and hormone production
- seminiferous tubules: tiny compressed tubes within the testes (this is where spermatogenesis takes place)
- epididymis: where the sperm mature
-the vas deferens: tube that transports sperm from the epididymis to the ejaculatory ducts - ejaculatory ducts
-seminal vesicle: secrete a fluid that makes up 70% of semen (seminal fluid) - prostate gland: produces about 30% of the seminal fluid
- Cowper (bulbourethral) gland: secrete a thick clear mucus prior to ejaculation
cryptochidism
undescended testis
what do the seminiferous tubulues merge to form?
epididymis
what does the vas deferens and seminal vesicles join to form?
ejaculatory ducts
what are the other structures of the male anatomy?
the breast, buttocks, rectum, and anus
what is gynecomastia? what is is caused by?
the swelling or enlargement of the male breast. this is caused by a decrease in the amount of testosterone compared to estrogen
T or F: sexting is found to be more objectifying than liberating
false/ it is both
what seperates lovers from friends
lovers have more fascination and a greater sense of exclusiveness
what is the foundation of a strong love relationship?
friendship
what are the different styles of love?
- eros: love of beauty
- mania: obsessive or possessive love
- Ludus: playful love
storage: love between companions
agape: brotherly love
pragma: practical love
what are the three parts of the triangular theory of love?
intimacy- emotional connectedness
commitment- desire to remain in the relationship (two parts -short-term (individual decision that he or she loves someone) or long-term- (maintenance of love)
passion- romantic feelings and physical sexual desire
what are the combinations of love according to the triangle?
- passion only - infatuation
- intimacy only - liking
-commitment only - empty love - passion and commitment - fatuous love
- passion and intimacy - romantic love
intimacy and commitment - companionate love
consummate love - presence of all three
Non love - the absence of all three
t o F: jealousy sets boundaries for the behaviors that are unacceptable in relationships
false/ they do set boundaries
extradyatic sex
extra marital sex
what are the different contexts of communication?
cultural - the values, customs, and beliefs associated with it is incoporated into communication
social - the roles we platy in society as members of a group
psychological - we are unqiue distinct individuals
what are the three most important forms of non verbal communication ?
- proximity - nearness in physical space and time
-eye contact - touching
