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Which of the following best describes the concept of 'sex' as defined in the context of this presentation?
Which of the following best describes the concept of 'sex' as defined in the context of this presentation?
- The biological characteristics (anatomical, physical, genetic) that make someone male or female. (correct)
- Socially constructed roles, behaviors, expressions, and identities of women, men, and gender diverse people.
- Sexual activity that includes intercourse.
- An individual's personal sense of being male, female, both, or neither, which may or may not align with their sex assigned at birth.
Which of the following is the most accurate description of 'gender'?
Which of the following is the most accurate description of 'gender'?
- Biological traits and characteristics used to assign someone as male or female at birth.
- An individual's internal sense of being male, female, both, or neither.
- Socially and culturally defined attitudes, behaviors, expectations, and responsibilities associated with being a man or a woman. (correct)
- The type of predominant hormones within the body (estrogen, testosterone).
According to the presentation, what is the primary source for learning the thoughts and expectations associated with gender?
According to the presentation, what is the primary source for learning the thoughts and expectations associated with gender?
- Family, friends, community leaders, religious and cultural institutions, schools, the workplace, advertising, and the media. (correct)
- Genetic inheritance.
- Innate biological predispositions.
- Personal preferences and individual choices.
How is 'gender identity' defined?
How is 'gender identity' defined?
What is the presentation's stance on the origin of sexual orientation?
What is the presentation's stance on the origin of sexual orientation?
According to the presentation, what differentiates sexual behaviors from sexual orientation?
According to the presentation, what differentiates sexual behaviors from sexual orientation?
What are the key components for a healthy sexual intercourse, according to the presentation?
What are the key components for a healthy sexual intercourse, according to the presentation?
What does the presentation highlight as characteristics of sexually healthy adults?
What does the presentation highlight as characteristics of sexually healthy adults?
According to the presentation, what is a common finding in research about sexual problems across different regions, countries, and cultures?
According to the presentation, what is a common finding in research about sexual problems across different regions, countries, and cultures?
What is the approximate prevalence of sexual dysfunction according to the studies mentioned in the presentation?
What is the approximate prevalence of sexual dysfunction according to the studies mentioned in the presentation?
According to the presentation, what factors should be accounted for when an individual experiences a sexual problem or dysfunction
According to the presentation, what factors should be accounted for when an individual experiences a sexual problem or dysfunction
How does the presentation characterize the impact of societal gender roles on health?
How does the presentation characterize the impact of societal gender roles on health?
In terms of life expectancy and health, what does the presentation suggest?
In terms of life expectancy and health, what does the presentation suggest?
Which health risks are women more likely to experience than men, according to the presentation?
Which health risks are women more likely to experience than men, according to the presentation?
According to the presentation, within which period are the health problems for women most neglected?
According to the presentation, within which period are the health problems for women most neglected?
Which factor is identified in the presentation as the most important source of sexual problems within Turkish society, based on the CETAD survey?
Which factor is identified in the presentation as the most important source of sexual problems within Turkish society, based on the CETAD survey?
According to the materials, what are some items that are considered sexual intimacy?
According to the materials, what are some items that are considered sexual intimacy?
For women during adulthood, what health issue is NOT included in the presentation?
For women during adulthood, what health issue is NOT included in the presentation?
What describes a typical view of a woman who commits infidelity?
What describes a typical view of a woman who commits infidelity?
The text says "In a study conducted in our country, significant gender differences were found on sexual behavior and attitudes." What is something that affects sexual intercourse?
The text says "In a study conducted in our country, significant gender differences were found on sexual behavior and attitudes." What is something that affects sexual intercourse?
The text says "An important component of identity is gender identity." What important role does acceptance play?
The text says "An important component of identity is gender identity." What important role does acceptance play?
In the text we see that early in life children start identifying with a parent. What causes this?
In the text we see that early in life children start identifying with a parent. What causes this?
What is something that Sexual orientation is defined by?
What is something that Sexual orientation is defined by?
The text shows expression, identity, and biological sex all as pieces. Which one is NOT mentioned?
The text shows expression, identity, and biological sex all as pieces. Which one is NOT mentioned?
A person is not heterosexual because he wants to be heterosexual. What other situation does the text mention as well?
A person is not heterosexual because he wants to be heterosexual. What other situation does the text mention as well?
What are considered Sexual Behaviors?
What are considered Sexual Behaviors?
At what point does a concept of sexuality reach its final shape?
At what point does a concept of sexuality reach its final shape?
A person should be careful about health. What is another important consideration during sexual intercourse?
A person should be careful about health. What is another important consideration during sexual intercourse?
How are sexual lives and experiences described?
How are sexual lives and experiences described?
When is a period where females are most at risk?
When is a period where females are most at risk?
Which of these is NOT identified as a risk for female adolescents during their teen period?
Which of these is NOT identified as a risk for female adolescents during their teen period?
Which of these is likely to cause problems?
Which of these is likely to cause problems?
Why does the lack of formal sexual education cause issues?
Why does the lack of formal sexual education cause issues?
What is the third most common source of sexual problems?
What is the third most common source of sexual problems?
What is a possible ramification of the false belief of sexuality for men?
What is a possible ramification of the false belief of sexuality for men?
Which item is a kidney issue?
Which item is a kidney issue?
What medicine is not listed?
What medicine is not listed?
While both men and women are at risk for gender-specific diseases, what is a notable difference in their experience?
While both men and women are at risk for gender-specific diseases, what is a notable difference in their experience?
What is a key element defining healthy sexual intercourse?
What is a key element defining healthy sexual intercourse?
How does the prevailing 'gender' affect a person, from a health perspective?
How does the prevailing 'gender' affect a person, from a health perspective?
Which factor plays a crucial role in the development of sexual dysfunctions?
Which factor plays a crucial role in the development of sexual dysfunctions?
Why should psychological, biological, and sociocultural factors be taken into account when someone develops a sexual dysfunction?
Why should psychological, biological, and sociocultural factors be taken into account when someone develops a sexual dysfunction?
In the context of female adolescents, which of the following presents a notable health risk during their teen years?
In the context of female adolescents, which of the following presents a notable health risk during their teen years?
What is meant when gender identity is mentioned?
What is meant when gender identity is mentioned?
Which factors contribute to the development of gender identity?
Which factors contribute to the development of gender identity?
What is a common misconception about sexual orientation?
What is a common misconception about sexual orientation?
How do accepted thoughts affect men and women?
How do accepted thoughts affect men and women?
At what stage of life does the concept of sexuality reach its final shape?
At what stage of life does the concept of sexuality reach its final shape?
Besides having sex, what else is considered sexual intimacy?
Besides having sex, what else is considered sexual intimacy?
What is an important consideration during sexual intercourse?
What is an important consideration during sexual intercourse?
According to studies, what percentage of people experience sexual dysfunction at any one point?
According to studies, what percentage of people experience sexual dysfunction at any one point?
In adulthood, what are some reproductive problems?
In adulthood, what are some reproductive problems?
Flashcards
Sex
Sex
Biological characteristics (anatomical, physical, and genetic) that make someone male or female.
Gender
Gender
A social construct, not a biological one, about how society sees, perceives, thinks about, and expects people to behave as men and women.
Gender
Gender
Accepted thoughts and expectations (norms) for women and men in society, learned from various sources.
Gender Identity
Gender Identity
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Gender Identity Development
Gender Identity Development
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Sexual Orientation
Sexual Orientation
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Sexual Behaviors
Sexual Behaviors
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Sexual Intercourse
Sexual Intercourse
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Healthy Sexual Intercourse
Healthy Sexual Intercourse
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Sexually Healthy Adults
Sexually Healthy Adults
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Sexual Dysfunction
Sexual Dysfunction
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Adulthood Health Problems
Adulthood Health Problems
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Urogenital Prolapse
Urogenital Prolapse
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Causes of Sexual Issues
Causes of Sexual Issues
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Problematic Sexual Beliefs
Problematic Sexual Beliefs
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Diseases that cause sexual problems
Diseases that cause sexual problems
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Study Notes
- Tülay KAVLAK presents on sex, gender, and their impact on health.
Sex
- Defined by biological characteristics like anatomy, physiology, and genetics
- Includes genital organs such as penis, testicles, vagina, uterus, and breasts
- Relates to predominant hormones like estrogen and testosterone
- Considers the ability to produce sperm or ovum
- The ability to give birth and breastfeed
- Refers to sexual activity including intercourse
Gender
- A societal concept, not based on biological differences
- Relates to how society sees, perceives, thinks about, and expects individuals to behave
- Defined by how an individual or society views a man or woman
- Involves socially and culturally defined attitudes, behaviors, expectations, and responsibilities
- Accepted thoughts and norms for women and men in society
- Includes feminine and masculine traits, abilities, and behavioral expectations
- Learned from family, friends, community leaders, institutions, schools, workplaces, advertising, and media
- Influences different roles, social status, and economic/political power
Gender vs Sexuality
- Girls are taught not to be interested in sexuality
- Women avoid telling men what they find sexually stimulating
- Women do not refuse intercourse when not sufficiently stimulated
- Women avoid taking active attitudes to increase pleasure
- Virginity until marriage is expected for women
- Sexual freedom is implied for men
- Men's infidelities are labeled as having an affair
- Women's infidelities are seen as "The Greatest Sin," potentially leading to "Honor Killing"
Gender Differences in Sexual Behavior
- A study shows gender differences in sexual behavior and attitudes
- Girls report that boys are mostly not virgins
- The age of first sexual intercourse is earlier for boys than girls
- Girls experience more negative emotions, such as guilt, shame, regret, fear, and anxiety, during first intercourse
Gender Identity
- The perception and acceptance of one's body and self within a certain sexuality
- Showing appropriate orientations in feelings and behaviors
- Acceptance of one's sex, and behaving according to feelings and behaviors of sexuality
- Children establish identifications during spiritual development
- Children take adult people as a model
- Imitate habits they see, absorb it and make it their own Characteristics
- Identity forms by integrating childhood identities and adopting friend group values in youth
- Formed by integrating characteristics from the people around them in childhood
- Gender identity is a crucial component of identity in a biological, social, and psychological context
- An individual without a gender identity problem defines themselves clearly
- Develops from family, peers, teachers, and cultural factors
Sexual Orientation
- Defined as the gender to which a person's sexual impulse and desire are directed
- A characteristic defined by the gender to which a person is sexually and emotionally attracted
- Heterosexual - attracted to opposite sex
- Homosexual - attracted to same sex
- Bisexual - attracted to both sexes
- Transgender - believes they should change gender mentally and physically
- Bodily gender and identity should be recognized
- Men who are heterosexual, homosexual and bisexual are all still seen as male.
- Women that are heterosexual, homosexual and bisexual are still seen as women.
- Gay men do not feel like women, and gay women don't feel like men
- How it's Formed is unknown
- Environmental factors on a complex genetic basis, but this is not certain
- It is unknown if you are born being heterosexual, bisexual, or homosexual
- One does not get to choose their orientation
- Sexual experimentation does not indicate sexual orientation or gender identity
Sexual Behaviors
- Activities related to a person's sexuality
- Touching, kissing, and stimulation of the body
- Activities or habits performed expressing some sexuality
- What people do sexually with themselves and others
- Puberty allows for some of these characteristics to be fulfilled
- Sexuality starts in childhood and is in its final shape by adolecence
- During adolescence there often is interest from one's own body which leads to some sexual interest in those around them
- Curiosity and imagination begins to transform into sexual intimacy such as kissing, touching and those lead to the boundary of sexual behavior to the first sexual intercourse
Sexual Intimacy
- More than just having sex
- Kissing, touching, chatting, hugging, caressing
- Reading or telling stories, laughing and fantasizing together
Sexual Intercourse
- Intimate behaviors, including oral, anal, and penile-vaginal sex
- It is important to care about health with sexually transmitted disease and is vital to get consent
Healthy Sexual Intercourse
- A healthy relationship is built on shared values with five characteristics Compromise, Non-exploitative, Honest, Wishing to enjoy each other and Prevention against unwanted pregnancies and sexually transmitted diseases.
Sexually Healthy Adults
- Valuing own body, taking responsibility,
- Able to communicate with both gender with respect
- Able to express your sincerity with your values
Sexual Problems
- Includes psychological, biological and sociocultural components
- People express experiences with their own sexuality in different ways
- It is essential to accept people in different ways
- Sexual behavior should be coerced and trust and respect
The 3 main health problems according to gender.
- Protection, knowledge, society. _ALL children should be loved and accepted by their gender _Sexual decisions have affects _Children should be taught
Advice
- It is important for adolescents to explore their bodies, which can cause thoughts without thinking that come with risk
- Support can come from health centers
- Sexual activity required self control
- Postpone intercourse is important to prevent teenage births + AIDS
- Developing values is vital as you reach adulthood
- Learn and be safe is also required
General problems according to gender
- Health can determine relationships
- The quality of people's lives are affected by their experiences
- Women usually live longer but have illnesses
- Gender roles
- Is connected to reproductive areas whether men and women
Reproductive Health problems
- Childhood such as Gender selection, Unwanted pregnancy, lack of nutrients, high rates which affects younger individuals
- Adolescence Period such as societal pressure, STIs, Drugs, Sex trafficing which affects children, teens and young adults
- Adulthood such as intentional abortions, STDs, lack of nutrients which happens with adults
- Menopause is when issues are neglected
Frequency and causes of sexual issues.
- Tabbo perception, lack of knowledge can lead to some big issues
- women can have vaginal sensitivity or not have sexual desire
- men can struggle with sexual desire and or ejaculation
Most sexual problems are:
- Lack of education
- False beliefs
- Sickness
- Drugs and alcohol
Lacking Sexual Education
- It can cause people or couples to have struggles and issues in their relationships.
- loaded with rigid taboos and prohibitions
- Causes a conservative attitude for people which can result into some sexual problems.
- High importance in education
- the source is lack of education in Turkish society by 62% of those surveyed
Beliefs regarding Sex
- The wrong belief that it must be done at anytime and anyplace that distances men from those they love, warmth ect
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