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Which of the following is NOT a stage in the human sexual response cycle?
Which sexually transmitted infection is the most common in the Philippines?
What is one effective method to prevent teenage pregnancy?
Teenage pregnancy poses several risks. Which of the following is NOT a risk associated with teenage pregnancy?
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What percentage of young Filipinos aged 15-24 have engaged in premarital sex according to recent statistics?
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Which of the following best describes sexual orientation?
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What factors are believed to determine a person's sexual orientation?
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What is meant by the term 'coming out'?
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Which aspect of Robert Sternberg’s Triangular Theory of Love refers to emotional closeness and support?
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Which type of love is characterized by intense passion but is typically short-lived?
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Which of the following best defines gender identity?
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What does gender expression refer to?
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According to sexual health guidelines, what is one of the most common human behaviors?
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What does sexual esteem refer to in the context of the Sexual Self?
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Which of the following factors does NOT influence an individual's sexual development?
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What is the significance of menarche in the female reproductive system?
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In the SOGIE framework, which element primarily focuses on one's identity related to sexual orientation?
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What does the term sexualization mean in the context of human sexuality?
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How does cultural pressure affect sexual development?
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Which of the following is NOT a circle included in the enjoyment of the world through human sexuality?
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What psychological impact does prejudice and discrimination have on individuals identified as lesbian, gay, or bisexual?
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Study Notes
Sex vs. Gender
- Sex refers to the biological aspects of being male, female, or intersex.
- Gender refers to the psychological, behavioral, social, and cultural aspects of being masculine, feminine, or neither.
- SOGIE is an acronym representing sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression.
Sexual Orientation
- A person's sexual and emotional attraction to another person.
- It can be heterosexual, homosexual (gay, lesbian), bisexual, pansexual, or asexual.
- Experts agree that sexual orientation is not a choice and cannot be changed.
Coming Out
- A life-long process of developing a positive gay, lesbian, bisexual, or transgender identity.
Gender Identity
- A person's internal sense of being a man, woman, or neither.
- It may or may not correspond to a person's sex assigned at birth or their primary or secondary sexual characteristics.
- Gender identity includes cisgender, transgender, and genderqueer.
Gender Expression
- How an individual presents themselves to the world.
- It may or may not conform to their gender identity.
- It can include masculine, feminine, and androgynous styles.
Passionate Love
- Feelings of intense sexual arousal, attraction, affection, emotion, and a strong desire to be with someone.
- Short-lived, typically lasting 6 to 30 months
Compassionate Love
- Feelings of attachment, respect, trust, affection, and commitment.
Robert Sternberg’s Triangular Theory of Love
- Intimacy - closeness, mutual support, sharing, and feeling loved.
- Passion - feelings of sexual arousal, attraction, and euphoria.
- Commitment - the desire to be loyal and stay in a long-term relationship.
Sexual Intercourse
- One of the most common behaviors among humans.
The Sexual Self
- An individual's evaluation of their own sexual feelings and actions.
- Three dimensions:
- Sexual openness: Recognizing sexual pleasure.
- Sexual esteem: Positive evaluations of one's sexuality.
- Sexual anxiety: Tension, discomfort, and negative evaluations of the sexual aspects of one's life.
Sexual Development
- A lifelong process starting at conception.
- Individuals do not develop sexually at the same rate.
- Three reasons why sex is important in lifelong development:
- Cultural pressures.
- Learning experiences are influenced by one's self.
- Attitudes of parents and significant others.
Female Reproductive System
- Puberty in girls starts between 8-13 years old.
- Menarche, the first menstrual period, signals a female's sexual maturity.
Male Reproductive System
- Puberty in boys starts around 10-15 years old.
Diversity of Human Sexuality
- Encompasses all feelings, thoughts, and behaviors associated with being female or male, being attractive and loving, and being in relationships.
- Includes the enjoyment of the world through five circles:
- Sensuality: Awareness and feelings about one's body and others' bodies.
- Sexual intimacy: Developing closeness and accepting closeness in return.
- Sexual identity: Understanding one's own sexual self.
- Sexual health: Having knowledge and attitudes to make sexual relationships healthy and enjoyable.
- Sexualization: The aspect of sexuality where individuals behave sexually to influence, manipulate, or control others.
Why Talk About the Diversity of Human Sexuality?
- Due to gender bias - harboring stereotyped opinions about people based on their gender.
- Prejudice and discrimination experienced by LGBTQ+ individuals can lead to negative psychological effects.
Human Sexual Response
- A sequence of physical and emotional changes that occur during sexual arousal and stimulation.
- Stages include:
- Desire.
- Arousal.
- Plateau.
- Orgasm.
- Resolution.
Premarital Sex
- Sexual activity practiced by unmarried individuals.
- Current Statistics in the Philippines (2013):
- 32% of young Filipinos aged 15-24 have engaged in premarital sex.
- 7.3% of teenagers engage in casual sex.
- 3.5% have had a "FUBU" (friend with benefits) experience.
Sexually Transmitted Diseases/Infections
- Also known as Venereal Diseases (VD).
- Spread through sexual contact, including intercourse, oral sex, and anal sex.
- Infections can be transmitted even when an infected person has no symptoms.
- Common in the Philippines (2018):
- Syphilis.
- Genital Herpes.
- Human papillomavirus (HPV).
- HIV.
Teenage Pregnancy
- Pregnancy in females under 20 years old.
- 196,000 Filipinos aged 15-19 get pregnant each year (2019).
- Risks:
- Low birth weight.
- Premature labor.
- Anemia.
- Pre-eclampsia.
Preventing Teenage Pregnancy
- Education.
- Abstinence-only education.
- Family Planning/Responsible Parenthood.
Family Planning Methods
- Contraception (birth control, fertility control).
- Natural Birth Control:
- Abstinence.
- Fertility awareness methods.
- Calendar or standard days method.
- Outercourse.
- Artificial Birth Control:
- Contraceptive pills.
- Other birth control methods.
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Test your understanding of the distinctions between sex and gender, including topics like sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. This quiz covers important definitions and concepts to help deepen your knowledge in this area.
