Human Sexuality Review Flashcards

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What are the results if lower rates of HIV testing and treatment in the disability sector?

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Delayed diagnosis and poorer health outcomes

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Who says that the disabled group is less likely to receive sexual and reproductive bleary and information services?

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The World Health Organization

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3
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What are spiritual and religious beliefs intertwined with?

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Sexuality

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4
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How many times higher is sexual violence in individuals with disabilities?

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3 times higher

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5
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What percentage of woman with disabilities will experience sexual assault in their lifetime?

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83%

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6
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What percentage of individuals with disabilities report being sexually active?

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60%

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7
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What percentage of adults with disabilities express a desire for a partner and intimacy?

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80%

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8
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What are romantic relationships?

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Interpersonal bonds characterized by emotional intimacy, affection and often sexual attraction between 2 or more individuals

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What is monogamy?

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A romantic relationship between 2 individuals who are committed exclusively to eachother

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What is an example of physical sexual abuse?

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A forced sexual act

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What is a characteristic of verbal sexual abuse?

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Sexually explicit comments or jokes

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What does emotional sexual abuse involve?

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Manipulation of an individual’s emotions and vulnerabilities to engage in sexual activities

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13
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How does online sexual abuse occur?

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Through digital or online platforms

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14
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Why are individuals often attracted to others for?

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Similar interests, values, attitudes and backgrounds

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What is post traumatic stress disorder?

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A psychological trauma individuals with disabilities may experience as a result of sexual abuse

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16
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What does understanding sexual behaviour involve?

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Recognizing its diversity, complexity, and factors influencing individual preferences and experiences

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What are factors that may increase the risk of sexual abuse?

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Limited access to resources and support networks

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18
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What does “Questioning” refer to?

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Individuals who are exploring their sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and have not yet settled on a label

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19
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What is “coming out”?

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The princess of revealing one’s own sexual orientation or gender identity to others. It’s often in stages and in varying degrees of disclosure. It is heavily impacted by cultural attitudes and familial acceptable and personal safety gave a huge impact on it

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20
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In what form do LGTBQ+ individuals face discrimination?

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In the form of harassment, violence and social exclusion

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21
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What influenced societal attitudes toward disability and sexuality during the Middle Agee and the Renaissance?

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Religious beliefs

22
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What was a common practice towards individuals with disabilities during the Middle Ages and the Renaissance?

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Hiding them away from society in almshouses, asylums or institutions

23
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How does society often view the disabled as?

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Being desexualized and infantilized beings

24
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Why are LGBTQ+ individuals disproportionately impacted by mental health challenges like depression, anxiety and suicide?

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Due to intense experiences of stigma, rejection and discrimination

25
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What is a fundamental human right?

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The right to reproductive autonomy

26
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What is the impact of sexual abuse?

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Profound and long lasting causing physical, emotional, mental, spiritual and sexual issues

27
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Why is reproductive autonomy particularly significant for disabled individuals?

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Because it intersects with issues of bodily autonomy and independence

28
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How can clear boundaries be set?

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By using assertive communication, non-verbal cues and limitation identification

29
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What are desexualization and infantilization?

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Societal attitudes which contribute to the neglect of sexual education and support services for this sector

30
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How should sexual education for the disabled be delivered?

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In a comprehensive, inclusive and accessible manner

31
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What are examples of teaching methods which accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities?

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Role playing activities, multimedia presentations and peer led workshops

32
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What should be done in order to make sexual education material accessible to those with different communication needs and sensory abilities?

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Information should be provided in multiple formats including written materials, visual aids, and videos with sign language interpretation

33
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Who should sexual education be provided for?

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Across the lifespan including children, teens and adults

34
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What should sexual education programs for individuals with disabilities consider?

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The unique needs and developmental stages of all participants

35
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What are barriers to those with mobility disabilities when attempting to access sexual health services?

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Inadequate physical accessibility features in healthcare facilities

36
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What should healthcare providers receive in order to effectively communicate with individuals with disabilities?

A

Disability awareness, communication techniques and best practice for addressing sexual health needs training

37
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What is sexual coercion?

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The use of force, manipulation or pressure to engage in sexual activity without consent

38
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What is consent?

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A voluntary, enthusiastic and mutual agreement to engage in sexual activity

39
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What do boundaries in sexual relationships promote?

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Healthy, consensual interactions and assert autonomy

40
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How can consent be revoked?

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By verbal and nonverbal cues indicating withdrawal of consent

41
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What systemic barriers when seeking justice first sexual abuse might include when talking about disability?

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Lack of disability inclusive support services

42
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What is a lesbian?

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The term used to describe a woman who is primarily attracted to other women

43
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What is gay?

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The term often describing men who are primarily attracted to other men

44
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What does the term bisexual refer to?

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Individuals who are attracted to multiple genders

45
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What does transgender refer to?

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Those who’s gender differs from the sex assigned to them at birth

46
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What are hormonal fluctuations?

A

Biological factors which influence sexual desire, pleasure and arousal

47
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What do neurotransmitters do in the context of sexual motivation and satisfaction?

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Influence sexual desire, pleasure and satisfaction

48
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What helps shape individual attitudes, beliefs and behaviours related to sexuality?

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Early experiences and upbringing

49
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What are thoughts and fantasies about sex?

A

Psychological factors which can impact sexual functioning and behaviour

50
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What can impact sexual functioning and behaviour?

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Emotions like love, stress and mood