LEC 3 II Flashcards
______ refers to the biological differences between males and females (genitalia, generic differences)
Sex
________ refers to the role of a male or female in society, known as gender role, or an individual’s concept of themselves, or gender identity.
_______ refers to those practices involving sexual intercourse and other behaviors involving stimulation of the genitalia and other erogenous zones for the purpose of procreation or gratification.
Sexual Behavior
______ is a complex concept that deals with the quality of being sexual, sexual activity, and sexual receptivity or interest. It is a multidimensional phenomenon that includes feelings, attitudes, and action.
Sexuality
______ denotes a person’s chromosomal sexual development (Male XY, Female XX)
Biologic Gender
It is a degree which a person exhibits and experiences maleness or femaleness, physically, emotionally, and mentally.
Sexuality
At age ___ , this view of self as male or female is already formed.
3
The __ contractions the hereditary information necessary for cell life.
Y
The __ carries the genes and functions on the transmission of hereditary formation.
X
_____ is the inner sense a person has of being a male or female
Gender Identity
_____ is the inner sense a person has of being a male or female
Gender Identity
______ is the sum quality of a human being at conception, when biologic sex is determined (Male XY, Female XX)
Conception
By age _, most children are aware of their sexual identity as a result of consistent _____ and ______ reinforcement.
parental and social
Sum total quality of human beings.
Sexuality
Autosexuality – love of self
what period?
Infancy
Young infants learn to touch their genitals and seem to be capable _________.
sexual arousal
Satisfaction of infants through:
Oral Stimuli
Contact with another
Cuddling/Holding
Toilet training
Masturbation
Sexual Identity
What period of human growth?
Toddler
________ show a preference for playmates
Children
(CHILDHOOD)
Transition from childhood to adulthood
Adolescence
________ is the adolescence finds physically and sexually mature young people trying to cope with new situations and sensations.
Psychological Immaturity
________ is the masturbation accompanied by fantasy in common.
Sexual Experimentation
Occurrence of Transsexuality
Responsibility & Choice
Marriage
Legitimate Sexual Expression
What period of human growth?
Adulthood
Re-examination of life goals, careers, accomplishments, values systems & familial or social relationships.
What period of human growth?
Midlife
______ has achieved a degree of stability. A sense of ______ or ______ and comfortable patterns of behavior have been established.
What period of human growth?
Midlife
This increased _____ in identity can promote greater ______ in sexual and social relationships.
This may also be a time when adults allow themselves more ______ in exploring and satisfying sexual needs.
What period of human growth?
Midlife
Some men experience less _____ firmness or _____ force than when they are younger, but others discover that they are able maintain an erection longer.
What period of human growth?
Older Adulthood
Both sexes need to follow safer sex practices throughout life. Because males remain ____ throughout life, they must continue to be _____ sex partners in terms of _____ planning.
Older women have less vaginal secretions because they have less estrogen after menopause.
What period of human growth?
Older Adulthood
Use of ________ lubricant before sexual intercourse may enhance their comfort and _________.
What period of human growth?
Older Adulthood
Sexual Attitudes are influenced by the following:
- Home environment
- Cultural Background
- Education background & Socioeconomic Level
- Previous sexual experiences
- Personal Characteristics
- Variation in Sex drive or Libido
One of the greatest influences in sexual attitude
Home environment
Sexual Experience is ____ to each individual.
unique
