Sexual Self and Identity

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What is the primary biological feature that distinguishes males from females at birth?

Sexual genitals

During puberty, what triggers physiological changes in the reproductive system?

Release of hormones

What is a common experience among adolescents during puberty?

Sexual urges and arousal

What is the result of hormonal changes in males during puberty?

Production of sperm

What is a significant event in the life of Filipino males?

Circumcision

What is the result of hormonal changes in females during puberty?

Production of eggs

What is a person's outward display of their gender identity?

Gender expression

What is the term for a person who is attracted to the same sex?

Homosexual

What influences the physical self, according to the module?

Both biological and environmental factors

What is a concern of the physical self?

Do people find me attractive?

What lies beneath a person's physical features, according to the module?

A dynamic system of biological and chemical processes

What aspect of the self is often recognized by others?

Physical features

What is a possible consequence of sexual intercourse if the woman is fertile during the time of the act?

Pregnancy

What is the reproductive act in which the male organ enters the female reproductive tract?

Copulation

Why do medical professionals consider masturbation as a better alternative to sexual intercourse?

It may result in pregnancy and acquiring STDs

What is a physical response exhibited by men when they are sexually aroused?

Penile erection

What is a common rationalization made by teenagers who engage in sexual intercourse with their partners?

They are ready to be committed to each other

What is a health benefit of masturbation cited by medical professionals?

It improves self-esteem

What is gender as a social construct primarily composed of?

Socially created roles, personality traits, attitudes, behaviors, and values

What is a key aspect of gender that is often overlooked in traditional views?

The relational aspect of gender between men and women

According to traditional views, how are women perceived?

As being submissive and demure

What is the relationship between gender and biological sex?

They are sometimes the same, but not always

What is an important aspect of self-expression in terms of gender and sexuality?

Taking responsibility for one's beliefs and actions

What is a consequence of one's behavior in various situations?

It entails consequences

What is the primary characteristic of emotions?

Being a reaction to an external stimulus

What is the primary difference between emotions and feelings?

Emotions are physical sensations, while feelings are mental interpretations

What can dilute or distort feelings?

Past events or experiences

What is a characteristic of moods that distinguishes them from emotions and feelings?

They are less specific and less intense

How long can moods last?

Minutes, hours, or days

What is a common characteristic of emotions and feelings that is not shared by moods?

They have a unique corresponding nonverbal facial expression

Explore the socio-biological aspects of the self, including the physical, emotional, and social domains of sexual identity. This quiz delves into the factors influencing sexual curiosity and gender orientation during adolescence. Test your understanding of this vital aspect of human identity.

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