Psychosocial Perspective in Gender and Sexuality
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Psychosocial Perspective in Gender and Sexuality

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What does the 'psychosocial' concept primarily involve?

  • Mental processes and physical health
  • Behavioral actions and societal norms
  • Mental processes and human relationships (correct)
  • Connection with nature and the environment

    • In Erikson's stages of psychosocial development, the virtue developed from 'Trust vs. Mistrust' is:

  • Purpose
  • Wisdom
  • Love
  • Hope (correct)

    • Which of the following is NOT one of the primary psychological domains?

  • Affect
  • Behavior
  • Cognition
  • Spirituality (correct)

    • The Affective Primacy Hypothesis suggests that:

    <p>Feelings occur before evaluating a situation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which dimension of well-being emphasizes the need for regular physical activity?

    <p>Physical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is meant by 'rational self-interest' in the context of rational behavior?

    <p>Achieving maximum fulfillment of personal goals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the dimension of 'Environmental well-being' focus on?

    <p>Caring for earth's resources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which crisis/task is associated with developing the virtue of 'Fidelity' in Erikson’s stages?

    <p>Identity vs. Role Confusion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of sensation in human perception?

    <p>To interpret information using sensory systems.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes feelings?

    <p>Emotional states influenced by personal experiences.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are desire disorders primarily related to?

    <p>Low sexual desire and interest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factors can contribute to decreased libido?

    <p>Medical conditions like diabetes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of sensation in psychology?

    <p>The interpretation of stimuli by the brain.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sexual dysfunction can generally result in which of the following?

    <p>Heightened interpersonal difficulties.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do feelings influence a person's awareness of their situation?

    <p>By affecting thoughts and moods.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sensory system is NOT one of the five senses mentioned?

    <p>Telepathy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common type of arousal disorder in men?

    <p>Erectile dysfunction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following factors can contribute to orgasmic disorders?

    <p>Fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What typically characterizes paraphilic disorders?

    <p>Distress or impairment caused by paraphilia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition can cause pain during intercourse in women?

    <p>Hormonal changes during menopause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is voyeurism primarily associated with?

    <p>Observing unsuspecting individuals engaging in sexual activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What defines exhibitionistic disorder?

    <p>Acting on urges with a nonconsenting person or significant distress</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a pain disorder during sexual activity?

    <p>Vaginismus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes frotteurism?

    <p>Arousal from touching or rubbing against a nonconsenting person</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Psychosocial Perspective in Gender and Sexuality

    • Psychosocial encompasses psychology (mental processes & behavior) and social (human relationships, connection, & interaction).

    • Erik Erikson's Stages of Psychosocial Development

      • Trust vs. Mistrust (infancy): Develops hope through consistent care.
      • Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt (early childhood): Develops will through independence.
      • Initiative vs. Guilt (preschool): Develops purpose through exploration and goal setting.
      • Industry vs. Inferiority (school age): Develops competency through achievements and learning.
      • Identity vs. Role Confusion (adolescence): Develops fidelity through exploring identity and values.
      • Intimacy vs. Isolation (young adulthood): Develops love through intimate relationships.
      • Generativity vs. Stagnation (middle adulthood): Develops care through contributing to society and future generations.
      • Integrity vs. Despair (late adulthood): Develops wisdom through reflecting on life with acceptance.

    Dimensions of Well-Being

    • Social: Connecting and relating with others.
    • Emotional: Awareness, acceptance, and healthy expression of feelings.
    • Physical: Engagement in regular physical activity.
    • Career/Material: Finding satisfaction and enrichment through work and material possessions.
    • Mental/Intellectual: Engaging in stimulating and creative mental activities.
    • Environmental: Caring for the Earth and its resources.
    • Spiritual: Searching for meaning and purpose in life.

    Rational Behavior and Affective Primacy Hypothesis

    • Rational behavior involves making decisions to achieve maximum goal fulfillment.
    • Affective Primacy Hypothesis: States that feelings precede evaluation. This is a natural reaction to sudden or unexpected stimuli.
    • Cognitive Primacy Hypothesis: Perceiving something before making an emotional judgment.

    Sensation and Feeling

    • Sensation: Information taken in and interpreted by the brain through sensory systems (vision, smell, hearing, touch, taste).
    • Feeling: Emotional states informed by thoughts, moods, sensations, experiences, and beliefs.

    Sexual Behavior

    • Includes both biological and cultural influences.
    • Involves sexual arousal, courtship displays, and enhancing sexual experiences.

    Sexual Dysfunction

    • Desire Disorders (Libido Disorders): Difficulty with sexual desire and interest.
    • Arousal Disorders: Difficulty achieving physical arousal during sexual activity.
    • Orgasmic Disorders: Absent or delayed orgasm.
    • Pain Disorders: Pain during sexual activity.

    Paraphilias

    • Intense and persistent sexual interest outside of typical genital stimulation with consenting partners.
    • Voyeurism: Sexual arousal from observing nudity or sexual activity.
    • Exhibitionism: Sexual arousal from genital exposure, often to unsuspecting strangers.
    • Frotteurism: Intense sexual arousal from touching or rubbing against a nonconsenting person.

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    Explore the psychosocial framework that shapes gender and sexuality through Erik Erikson's stages of development. Understand how each stage contributes to our psychological and social growth, influencing identity and relationships throughout life. This quiz will challenge your knowledge of key concepts in psychosocial development.

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