Discovering the Sexual Self
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Which of the following influences the way we treat ourselves and others?

  • Our genetic makeup
  • Our society
  • Our external environment
  • All of the above (correct)
  • What is the main focus of the lesson?

  • The importance of accepting innate sexual characteristics
  • The role of medication and surgery in changing sexual organs
  • The impact of genetic makeup on our behavior
  • The development of our sexual characteristics and behavior (correct)
  • What is believed to define the sex of humans?

  • Medications and surgery
  • External environment
  • Genetic makeup (correct)
  • Secondary sexual characteristics
  • What do individuals who do not accept their innate sexual characteristics tend to do?

    <p>Change their sexual organs through medications and surgery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Apart from our genes, what else helps shape our selves?

    <p>Our external environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Influences on Treatment of Self and Others

    • Personal beliefs, societal norms, and cultural backgrounds significantly shape how we treat ourselves and those around us.
    • Emotional intelligence plays a crucial role in fostering empathy and understanding in our interactions.

    Main Focus of the Lesson

    • The lesson centers around the interplay between biology and psychology in shaping human identity and relationships.

    Defining Human Sex

    • Genetic factors, specifically the presence of XY or XX chromosomes, are critical in defining human sex.
    • Hormonal differences during development also contribute to the biological aspects of sex.

    Acceptance of Innate Sexual Characteristics

    • Individuals who struggle to accept their innate sexual characteristics may engage in behaviors that seek to alter their appearance or identity.
    • This struggle can lead to psychological distress and social challenges.

    Factors Shaping the Self

    • In addition to genetics, environmental influences such as upbringing, education, and life experiences help shape individual identities.
    • Social interactions and community support play a vital role in personal development and self-perception.

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    Test your knowledge about the sexual self with this quiz on Chapter 5 of GEC 1 - Understanding the Self. Explore the concepts of sex chromosomes, secondary sexual characteristics, and the influence of society on our understanding of gender.

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