Sexual Functions Flashcards
The enlargement and stiffening of the penis as a consequence of filling with blood
Erection
Expulsion of semen
Ejaculation
Stages of Ejaculation
- Emission
- Expulsion
Involves contraction of the prostate gland, seminal vesicles, and vas deferens
Emission
Propulsion of seminal fluid
Expulsion
Ejaculate empties into the bladder rather than being expelled
Retrograde Ejaculation
A substance that arouses or increases one’s capacity for sexual pleasure
Aphrodisiac
Enhance bodily sensations & blood flow
- capsaicin
- antioxidants
Basic fuel of desire
Testosterone
Chemical substances that are secreted externally which are odorless
Pheromones
What are the 3 Kaplan’s Sexual Response Model?
- Desire
- Excitement
- Orgasm
The drive and interest level for sexual activity that arises in the brain
Desire
What are the two strengths of desire?
- Fantasy
- Stimulation
Increase muscle tension, HR, BP
WOMEN: engorged labia, vagina, vaginal lubrication
MEN: penile erection, enlargement, and elevation of testes, Cowper’s secretion
Excitement
Climax of sexual excitement; Involuntary muscle spasms throughout the body
Orgasm
The key factor when choosing a factor
Attraction
There is lust in love; similar to the concept of passion
Romantic Love
Chase: most important love
Game- Playing Love
Respect, intimacy; Loving attachment with nonsexual attachment
Friendship
Practical Love
Logical Love
Passion
Possessive/ Excited Love
Similar to generosity & charity
Selfless Love
Triangular Theory of Love
- Intimacy
- Passion
- Commitment
5 Stages of Relationship Development
- Romance
- Power Struggle
- Stability
- Commitment
- Co- creation