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An individual is born with XX chromosomes but identifies as a man. Which of the following terms BEST describes this individual?
An individual is born with XX chromosomes but identifies as a man. Which of the following terms BEST describes this individual?
- Homosexual
- Hermaphrodite
- Transgender man (correct)
- Intersex
Which of the following statements BEST describes the relationship between sex and gender?
Which of the following statements BEST describes the relationship between sex and gender?
- Sex refers to biological characteristics, while gender is the social interpretation of those characteristics. (correct)
- Sex and gender are interchangeable terms referring to biological characteristics.
- Sex and gender both refer to social constructs, independent of biology.
- Sex is a social interpretation, while gender refers to biological traits.
A person who experiences emotional and sexual attraction to both men and women is BEST described as:
A person who experiences emotional and sexual attraction to both men and women is BEST described as:
- Heterosexual
- Bisexual (correct)
- Homosexual
- Asexual
Which of the following scenarios BEST exemplifies the concept of 'gender identity'?
Which of the following scenarios BEST exemplifies the concept of 'gender identity'?
An individual is born with ambiguous genitalia. Which term accurately describes this condition?
An individual is born with ambiguous genitalia. Which term accurately describes this condition?
Which of the following represents a common misconception regarding sexual orientation development?
Which of the following represents a common misconception regarding sexual orientation development?
How does the understanding of sex and gender at birth potentially evolve, according to the information?
How does the understanding of sex and gender at birth potentially evolve, according to the information?
What BEST defines sexuality, encompassing more than just biological sex or gender?
What BEST defines sexuality, encompassing more than just biological sex or gender?
Flashcards
Sex
Sex
Biological aspect; being male or female based on anatomy and physiology.
Gender
Gender
Social interpretation of sex; influenced by cultural norms of masculinity and femininity.
Sexuality
Sexuality
The totality of one's experience of their sex and gender; encompasses attractions and identity.
Intersex
Intersex
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Gender Identity
Gender Identity
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Transgender
Transgender
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Heterosexual
Heterosexual
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Homosexual
Homosexual
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Study Notes
- The objectives are to differentiate sex, gender, and sexuality and to contemplate about your own sexuality and on the importance of appreciating sexual diversity.
Definitions
- Sex is the biological aspect of being male or female
- Gender is the social interpretation of sex, including masculinity and femininity.
- Sexuality is the totality of our own experience of our sex and gender.
- Sex chromosomes are XX for female and XY for male
- Intersex individuals have composite genitalia.
Sex
- Biological or physical identity depends on sexual anatomy and physiology and the body parts relevant to reproduction
- Typically determined by examining genitals, the external organs of reproduction
- Hermaphroditism (intersexuality) means having both genitals.
Gender
- Males are expected to be masculine, while females are expected to be feminine.
- Gender Identity is how we see and experience ourselves as a man, a woman, or neither
- Transgender individuals have a biological sex that does not align with their gender identity
- Transgender men are not comfortable identifying as women
- Transgender women are not comfortable identifying as men.
Sexual Orientation
- Aspects of gender pertain to emotional and sexual attractions to a person.
- Ages 6 to 8 are typically when individuals develop attraction to other people
- Capacity for emotional and sexual attraction is diverse and complex
- Heterosexual (straight) individuals are attracted to the opposite sex
- Homosexual (gay & lesbian) individuals are attracted to the same sex.
- Bisexual individuals are attracted to both sexes male or female
- LGBT refers to the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Community.
Summary
- The complexities of human sexuality can be overwhelming.
- Consider your own experience on our journey of discovering your sense of being a man and woman
- Babies are assigned a sex based on genitals at birth
- However, it can partly change through time and is accepted.
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