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Klein's Sexual Orientation Grid considers various aspects such as sexual ______, sexual behavior, and emotional preference.
orientation
The term most widely used to refer to the male homosexual or gay man is ______.
Bakla
The Filipino label commonly used for the female homosexual or lesbian is ______.
Tomboy
Gonsiorek and Weinrich (1991) emphasized that sexual orientation is not a conscious or deliberate ______.
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Sexual ______ includes the consideration of who you fantasize about and how you perceive your sexual identity.
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Silahis refers to a male who may identify as ______, encompassing a range of sexual orientations.
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Kinsey's Continuum suggests that sexual orientation is not simply limited to ______ and heterosexual but exists on a spectrum.
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Asexual individuals do not experience sexual ______, which distinguishes them from other sexual orientations.
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People who are attracted to and love only or predominantly members of the opposite ______.
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Persons who are sexually and romantically attracted to both ______.
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Female homosexuals are commonly referred to as ______.
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Kinsey conceptualized sexual behavior as falling on a seven-point ______.
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The Kinsey scale ranges from 0 (exclusively ______) to 6 (exclusively homosexual).
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Asexuality is an orientation where a person experiences little to no sexual attraction to anyone of any ______.
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Pansexual people are sexually attracted to multiple ______ or any gender.
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Klein's sexual orientation grid includes a constellation of ______ components.
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Sexual orientation refers to an enduring emotional, romantic, sexual, or affectional attraction to another ______.
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According to Kinsey's Continuum, sexual orientation exists on a ______ rather than in a binary format.
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Klein's Sexual Orientation Grid offers a more ______ understanding of sexual orientation by considering multiple factors.
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Individuals who identify as ______ do not experience sexual attraction to others, while those who identify as pansexual are attracted to individuals regardless of their gender.
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Cultural terms for sexuality can vary widely across ______, influencing how individuals understand their own identities.
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A ______ orientation may include attractions to multiple genders, extending beyond traditional classifications.
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In contrast to heterosexual and homosexual orientations, the term ______ encompasses those who do not fit neatly into either category.
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Understanding ______ includes recognizing the fluid and diverse nature of human attractions and identities.
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Study Notes
Klein Sexual Orientation Grid (KSOG)
- KSOG assesses various aspects of sexual orientation including attraction, behavior, fantasies, emotional preference, social preference, lifestyle preference, and self-identity.
- Each component helps to understand individual sexual orientation beyond mere preference.
Definition and Importance of Sexual Orientation
- Recommended terminology emphasizes that sexual orientation is an inherent attraction and not a deliberate choice.
- Differentiates sexual orientation from sexual behavior and identity.
Filipino Terminology for Sexual Orientation
- Bakla: Term commonly associated with male homosexual individuals in the Philippines.
- Tomboy: Refers to female homosexuals or lesbians.
- Silahis: Term used for bisexual males; integrates cultural specifics into understanding identities.
Understanding Sexuality
- Sexuality encompasses sexual behaviors, eroticism, sexual orientation, and desires for sexual engagement.
- Defined as a complex concept that includes both emotional connections and physical actions.
Types of Sexual Orientation
- Heterosexual: Attraction to the opposite sex.
- Bisexual: Attraction to both sexes.
- Homosexual: Attraction to the same sex, with terms like lesbians for females and gays for males.
- Asexual: Little to no sexual attraction to any gender.
- Pansexual: Attraction to multiple genders or any gender.
Kinsey's Continuum
- Kinsey conceptualized sexual behavior on a seven-point scale ranging from exclusively heterosexual (0) to exclusively homosexual (6).
- Emphasizes the fluidity of sexual behavior across a spectrum.
Klein's Model of Sexual Orientation
- Proposed by Klein, Sepekoff, and Wolf, it identifies seven components contributing to sexual orientation.
- It relates to Kinsey’s scale, highlighting the complexity of sexual identity and attraction.
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Description
Explore the Klein Sexual Orientation Grid (KSOG) to understand the different dimensions of sexual orientation. This quiz focuses on the distinctions between sexual attraction, behavior, fantasies, emotional, and social preferences. Analyze your own experiences to gain insights into your sexual identity.
