w2 - sexual pleasure

Question 1

[define] Sexuality (WHO, 2006)

Answer 1

“Sexuality is a central aspect of being human throughout life and encompasses sex, gender identities and roles, sexual orientation, eroticism, pleasure, intimacy and reproductions. Sexuality is experienced in thoughts, fantasies, beliefs, attitudes, values, behaviours, practices and relationships. While sexuality can include all these dimensions, not all of them are always experienced and expressed. Sexuality is influenced by the interaction of biological, social economic, political, cultural, legal, historical, religious and spiritual factor”

Question 2

[define] Sexual Health (WHO)

Answer 2

“Sexual health is a state of physical, emotional, mental and social well-being in relation to sexuality; it is not merely the absence of disease, dysfunction or infirmity. Sexual health requires a positive and respectful approach to sexuality and sexual relationships, as well as the possibility of having pleasurable and safe sexual experiences, free of coercion, discrimination and violence. For sexual health to be attained and maintained, the sexual rights of all persons must be respected, protected and fulfilled”

Question 3

[define] Sexual Rights (WHO, 2006)

Answer 3

“The application of existing human rights to sexuality and sexual health constitute sexual rights. Sexual rights protect all people’s rights to fulfil and express their sexuality and enjoy sexual health, with due regard for the rights of others and within a framework of protection against discrimination”

Question 4

[define] Sexual self-efficacy/agency

Answer 4

• One’s belief in their ability to handle a sexual context well
• Perceived ability to say what you want
• Perception of control over a sexual experiences

Question 5

[define] Sexual pleasure

Answer 5

“Sexual pleasure is the physical and/or psychological satisfaction and enjoyment derived from solitary or shared erotic experiences, including thoughts, dreams and autoeroticism.”

Question 6

[list] What are the 3 elements of the GAB triangle approach?

Answer 6

health
rights
pleasure

Question 7

[define] Sexual Boundary Crossing Behaviour (SBCB)

Answer 7

Any form of sexual behaviour by or towards an other in a verbal, non-verbal or physical sense; intentionally or unintentionally, that is either not consensual, voluntary, equal, age-adequate, context-adequate or self-respecting or doubtfully so

Question 8

[list] What can motivation for sexual interactions be influenced by?

Answer 8

• Values and moralities
• Socialisation process
• Economic/cultural factors
• Male/female roles
• Myths on having sex
• Sexual history

Question 9

[list] What contributes to sexual pleasure and well-being, according to Harden (2014)?

Answer 9

• sexual self-esteem
• sexual self-efficacy/agency
• Feelings of arousal, satisfaction, pleasure
• Freedom from pain, anxiety, negative affect

Question 10

[list] What contributes to sexual pleasure and well-being, according to Durex (2018)?

Answer 10

• first sexual experiences
• knowledge of physical aspects (of sex)
• emotional aspects (of sex)

Question 11

[list] What are cultural factors that may influence views on sexuality and sexual pleasure?

Answer 11

o	Political
o	Religion/faith
o	Economic
o	Societal norms
o	Social/other media
o	Educational policies
o	Social history 
o	Legislature

Question 12

[list] According to the Pleasure meter tool, which 7 factors contribute to sexual pleasure/wellbeing?

Answer 12

o	1. Emotional/physical enjoyment
o	2. Self-determination
o	3. Consent 
o	4. Safety 
o	5. Privacy 
o	6. Confidence 
o	7. Communication/negotiation

Question 13

[list] What are the pleasure principles, according to the Pleasure Project?

Answer 13

• Be positive
• Rights first
• Think universal
• Be flexible
• Talk sexy
• Embrace learning
• Love yourself