SEXUAL SELF Flashcards
it is located in a loose pouch - like sac of skin called the scrotum
TESTES OR TESTICLES
responsible for the production ofsperm cells and male sex hormones.
SCROTUM
it transports the sperm-containing fluid called semen.
VAS DEFERENS
is a set of coiled ducts connected to the vas deferens where the sperm cells are stored.
EPIDIDYM
Produces semen and nourish the sprem cells.
PROSTATE GLANDS OR SEMINAL VESICLES
it is the releasing of sperm cellsin the penis. Each ejaculation approximately 300- 500 million sperm cells.
EJACULATION
is a mascular tube that serves as the receptacle for the penis and carrier of the spermin the uterus.
VAGINA
Is made of erectile tissue swells with blood and hardens when a woman is sexuallyaroused.
CLITORIS
Its function is to produce, store,and release the egg during the ovulation.
TWO OVARIES
Is a hollow organ where the fertilized embryo grows to become a fetus.
UTERUS
the lower part of the uterus. A passage way between the vagina that expands during child birth.
CERVIX
it carries the fertilized egg from the ovary to uterus.
FALLOPIAN TUBE
are areas of the body which are highly sensitive and produce Sexual responses when stimulated.
Erogenous zones
This is the initial phase of sexual response,
characterized by feelings of sexual desire and
anticipation
Excitement
In this phase, sexual arousal continues to build, and the physiological changes that began in the excitement phase intensify
Plateau
It is marked by a peak of intense pleasure and
release of sexual tension.
Orgasm
After orgasm, the body gradually returns to its
pre-arousal state
Resolution
It is responsible for ovulation in females.
Follicle-stimulating hormone (FSH)
It is crucial in regulating the testes in men and ovaries in women. In men, it stimulates the testes to produce testosterone
Luteinizing hormone (LH)
Is involved in the male arousal phase.
Vasopressin
typically regulate motivation to engage in sexual behavior for females, with estrogen increasing motivation and progesterone decreasing it.
Estrogen and progesterone
At this stage, you begin to crave your partner’s presence. You feel excited and energetic as you fantasize about the things you could do together as a couple. Three chemicals trigger this feeling: norepinephrine, dopamine, and serotonin.
attracted
responsible for the extra surge of energy and triggers increased heart rate, loss ofappetite, as well as the desire to sleep. Your body is in a more alert state and is ready for action.
Norepinephrine
associated with motivation and goal-directed behavior. It makes you pursue your object of affection. It creates a sense of novelty, where the person seems exciting, special, or unique that you want to tell the world about his or her admirable qualities.
Dopamine
thought cause obsessive thinking, Low levels of serotonin are said to be present in peoplewith obsessive-compulsive behavior (OCD)
Serotonin
involves the desire to have lasting commitment with your significant other. At this point, youmay want to get married and or/or have children.
Attachment
are an effective family planning metid that manipulates the hormones that directly affects the normal menstrual cycle so that the ovulation will not
Hormonal Contraception
Also known as the pill.
Oral Contraception
adhesive patch that is placed on the skin
Transdermal Contraceptive
rods placed under the skin.
Subdermal Implants
T-shaped plastic device wrapped in copper
Intrauterine
vaginal gels and creams, and glycerin films
Chemical Barriers
It is a dome-shaped barrier methods
DIAPHRAGM
It is a silicone cup inserted in the vagina
Cervical Cap
This is one of the most effective birth control
method
Surgical method
A surgical operation wherein the tubes that carriers the sperm to the man’s penis is cut.
Vasectomy
it is a surgical procedure for femalesterilization involving severing and tying thefallopian tube.
Tubal Ligation
