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What does gender identity refer to?
What does gender identity refer to?
- Physical sexual anatomy
- One's sexual orientation
- Societal roles based on sex
- One's sense of oneself as male, female, or transgender (correct)
Which of the following generally define gender?
Which of the following generally define gender?
- Socially accepted traits (correct)
- Male or female
- Sexual attraction
- Physical disorder
What are gender roles?
What are gender roles?
Societal norms dictating acceptable behaviors based on sex.
Define sexual orientation.
Define sexual orientation.
What is a gender-role stereotype?
What is a gender-role stereotype?
What does the social learning theory of gender role development propose?
What does the social learning theory of gender role development propose?
What does intersex refer to?
What does intersex refer to?
What does transgendered mean?
What does transgendered mean?
What defines a transsexual person?
What defines a transsexual person?
What is gender schema theory?
What is gender schema theory?
Who came up with gender schema theory?
Who came up with gender schema theory?
What is sexual dysfunction?
What is sexual dysfunction?
What is hypoactive sexual desire disorder?
What is hypoactive sexual desire disorder?
Define sexual aversion disorder.
Define sexual aversion disorder.
What is dyspareunia?
What is dyspareunia?
What is erectile dysfunction?
What is erectile dysfunction?
What is male orgasmic disorder?
What is male orgasmic disorder?
What defines premature ejaculation?
What defines premature ejaculation?
What is female orgasmic disorder?
What is female orgasmic disorder?
Define vaginismus.
Define vaginismus.
What is paraphilia?
What is paraphilia?
Study Notes
Key Concepts in Gender and Sexuality
- Sex: Refers to biological attributes (male, female, transgender); incongruence between gender identity and biological sex can lead to identification as transgender or transsexual.
- Gender: Comprises characteristics and traits linked to biological sex; categorized as masculine or feminine, with ongoing debates regarding its formation in psychology.
- Gender Roles: Societal norms dictate acceptable behaviors based on perceived sex or sexuality, impacting individual actions and expectations.
Theoretical Perspectives
- Social Learning Theory: Posits that gender identity and roles are learned from the environment, primarily through observational learning and imitation of same-sex models.
- Gender Schema Theory: Suggests children learn gender roles through cultural influences, adjusting behaviors to fit gender norms.
Identifying Terms
- Intersex: A condition involving reproductive or sexual anatomy that doesn’t fit typical definitions of male or female.
- Transgendered: Individuals whose gender identity differs from the sex assigned at birth, encompassing various identities (e.g., bigender, genderqueer).
- Transsexual: A specific type of transgender person who undergoes surgery for physical transition to the opposite sex.
Sexual Dysfunction Categories
- Sexual Dysfunction: General term for problems affecting sexual activity.
- Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: Characterized by significantly reduced sexual interest in both men and women.
- Sexual Aversion Disorder: Extreme aversion to and avoidance of sexual contact, causing distress.
- Dyspareunia: Painful intercourse resulting from medical or psychological issues.
- Erectile Dysfunction: Difficulty achieving sexual arousal or satisfaction, often tied to psychological factors.
- Male Orgasmic Disorder: Inability to reach orgasm during sexual stimulation in men; may cause significant distress.
- Premature Ejaculation: Ejaculation occurring before orgasm has been achieved.
- Female Orgasmic Disorder: Inability for women to reach orgasm, similar to the male equivalent with potential for significant interpersonal issues.
- Vaginismus: Involuntary spasms of the vaginal muscles leading to painful intercourse, stemming from psychological and physical factors.
- Paraphilia: Dependence on specific fantasies for sexual arousal and gratification.
Notable Figures
- Sandra Bem: Originated the Gender Schema Theory, contributing to the understanding of how children learn gender norms.
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Description
Dive into Chapter 10 of psychology with these flashcards focusing on key terms related to gender identity and gender. Explore definitions and concepts such as sex and gender that are essential for understanding human behavior and social dynamics.
