Relationships Flashcards
What are the 3 Aspects of Communication
Verbal
Non-verbal
Self-Disclosure, listening, & feedback
Verbal
desire to know and tell what you are thinking (includes talking and listening)
Non-Verbal
touch. eye contact, facial expression
Types of Relationships (can be steps)
- Self-Perception
- Friendship
- Romantic Affection
- Intimacy
Self-Perception
can be highly influenced especially by low self-esteem
Friendship
enhanced feelings of warmth, trust, respect, honesty, acceptance, empathy, and loyalty
Romantic Attraction
subjective based on warmth, kindness, physical attributes, finances, faith
Intimacy
open trust, share confidential info, not always (but often) sexual relationship
Sternberg’s Lover Triangle
mixes between intimacy, commitment, and passion can form different types of love
Crucial Ingredients for Commitment
Love, Sex, Intimacy
Unhealthy Relationships
abuse, threats, manipulation, etc
What age range are couples likely and least likely about to divorce?
<20 (1.98)
> 35 (0.57)
Are couples more likely to divorce if married recently or in the 90s?
Yes
What percentage of same-sex couples are married? Gay %? Have children %?
~16.5% same-sex
~54% male
~16% have children
What % of same-sex couples live in Canada’s 3 biggest cities?
50%
What % of common law same-sex couples have children?
7%
Alfred Kinsey Scale
attractions can fall along a spectrum (not just straight or gay)
5 Indicators of Maturing Relationship
ease, openness, disagreeing without guilt, feeling cared for, mutual listening
Sex
Biological categorization based on physical features (eg chromosomes, hormones, genitalia); female (XX) and male (XY)
Gender
Social construct (fluid) based on psychological characteristics, roles and identity
Sexual Orientation
Individual emotional and erotic orientation towards people of the same sex or another sex
Cisgender
gender agrees with sex
Transgender
gender doesn’t agree with sex
Egg (ovum)
unites with sperm (fertilization)
Ovaries
production of eggs that are released during ovulation
produces estrogen and progesterone
Uterine Tube
site of fertilization
Uterus
where the fetus develops
Vagina
conduit for child delivery and sperm during contraception
Mons pubis
pubic region covered by hair
Labia (minor/ major)
inner and outer layers of skin covering vagina
Clitoris
pleasure center
Vulva
Erogenous zone consisting of mon pubis, labia (minor/ major). clitoris
Testes
produce sperm and testosterone
Scrotum
encloses and protects sperm-producing testes (optimal production at ~34 degrees C)
Epididymis
stores sperm
vas deferens
Connects the epididymis to the urethra
Urethra
transports both semen and urine through penis and out the body
Penis
conduit for sperm delivery with two types of erectile tissue
Two types of erectile tissue
Circumsized vs Uncircumsized
Erection
spaces in erectile tissue fill with blood
Glans
end of penis
Posterior Indentation
frenulum is most sensitive part
Average length of penis erect?
5-6 inches
Penis in cold
shrinks
Average size of aroused vagina
4.25-4.75 inches
In a survey of 5000+ straight people, what % of males and females were satisfied with size?
M: 55%
F: 80%
Where are most of the nerve endings in the vagina and why is this important?
Most of first 1/5 of vagina so small penis dudes can get on!!
Who are the “Masters of Sex”? What did they publish?
William Masters and Virginia Johnson
Human Sexual Response
Human Sexual Inadequacy
Human Sexuality
How did the masters of sex conduct their studies?
Observed, measured and videotaped human volunteers having sex or masturbating.
4 Stages of Sexual Response
1.Excitement Phase
- Plateau Phase
- Orgasmic Phase
- Resolution Phase
Excitement Phase
erection of penis and engagement of vagina
Plateau Phase
erection and engagement continues with lubrication in both
Orgasmic Phase
rhythmic contractions of muscle -> ejaculation
male refractory period
Male Refractory Period
post-ejaculation, males cannot be re-stimulated
Resolution Phase
Physiological parameters return to normal, blood drains
Male vs Female Sexual Response
Refractory period (M) vs prolonged orgasm & longer resolution stage (F)
Aroused easily (M) vs may not orgasm with solely vaginal stimulation but also clitoris stimulation (F)
Unhealthy and Illegal Sex
non-consensual, minor, commercial sex
Erectile Dysfunction: Physiological Risks & Treatment
Risks: high BP, cholesterol, diabetes, smoking, alcohol, obesity, and nerve damage
Treatment: ring, Viagra
Erectile Dysfunction: Psychological Risks & Treatment
Risks: anxiety, stress, mental disorders
Treatment: therapy and medication
Premature Ejaculation: Treatment
practicing control/ endurance, non-sexual thoughts, swap foreplay & sex, desensitizing creams
