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What is the term used to denote chromosomal sexual development?
Biologic gender
What refers to the behaviors conveyed about being male or female?
Gender role
What component of sexuality involves the biological aspects of conception and procreation?
Reproductive sexuality
Which term describes individuals who find sexual fulfillment with a member of the opposite gender?
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What is the term for a person who finds sexual fulfillment with a member of their own sex?
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What is the term for individuals who feel they should be of the opposite gender?
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Celibacy refers to sexual activity.
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What does voyeurism refer to?
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What is the term for self-stimulation for erotic pleasure?
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Erectile Dysfunction was formerly referred to as ______.
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What may cause lack of desire for sexual relations in adults?
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What is the term for pain during coitus?
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Study Notes
Sexuality: A Complex Concept
- Sexuality is multidimensional and encompasses the physical, emotional, intellectual, and social aspects of being a human sexual being.
- It encompasses the anatomy and physiology of the human body, as well as personal attitudes and feelings about oneself.
Gender Identity
- Biologic gender refers to chromosomal sexual development: male (XY) or female (XX).
- Gender/sexual identity is the individual's inner sense of being male or female.
- Gender role is the behavior a person conveys about being a male or female.
Components of Sexuality
- Reproductive Sexuality: It involves the biological aspects of conception and procreation. It also includes the sexual response.
- Gender Sexuality: It deals with the social and emotional aspects of being a man or a woman.
- Erotic Sexuality: It refers to sexual love and arousing sexual desires.
Sexual Orientations
- Heterosexuality: Finding sexual fulfillment with a member of the opposite gender.
- Homosexuality: Finding sexual fulfillment with a member of the same sex; "gay" for men and "lesbian" for women.
- Bisexuality: Achieving sexual satisfaction from both homosexual and heterosexual relationships.
- Transexuality: An individual who, despite their biologic gender, feels as if they should be of the opposite gender; may undergo sex change operations.
Other Sexual Behaviors and Identities
- Celibacy: Abstinence from sexual activity; focusing on giving and receiving love through non-sexual expressions.
- Transvestism: Dressing to take on the role of the opposite sex.
- Voyeurism: Sexual arousal by looking at another's body; common in children and adolescents.
- Sadomasochism: Involves inflicting pain (sadism) or receiving pain (masochism) to achieve sexual satisfaction.
- Masturbation: Self-stimulation for erotic pleasure; commonly discovered as an enjoyable activity during childhood.
- Exhibitionism: Revealing one's genitals in public.
- Pedophiles: Individuals interested in sexual encounters with children.
Sexual Dysfunctions
- Erectile Dysfunction: Formerly referred to as impotence; inability to produce or maintain an erection long enough for penetration or partner satisfaction.
- Premature Ejaculation: Ejaculation before penile contact; can be unsatisfactory and frustrating for both partners; may be psychological.
- Failure to Achieve Orgasm: Can be due to poor sexual technique or negative attitudes toward sexual relationships.
- Vaginismus: Involuntary contraction of vaginal muscles during attempted intercourse, prohibiting penetration.
- Dyspareunia: Pain during coitus; can be caused by endometriosis.
- Inhibited Sexual Desire: Lack of desire for sexual relations; may be a concern for young or middle-aged adults; support or a caring partner can often help.
Human Sexual Response
- Sexuality has been scientifically studied for decades.
- The sexual experience is unique to each individual, but the body's physiological response to sexual arousal (sexual physiology) has common features.
Excitement Stage
- Occurs with physical and psychological stimulation; parasympathetic nerve stimulation leads to arterial dilation and venous constriction in the genitals.
- Increased blood supply causes vasocongestion and muscular tension.
- In women: clitoris increases in size, vaginal lubrication occurs, vagina widens and lengthens, nipples become erect.
- In men: penile erection occurs, scrotal thickening, and elevation of the testes.
- Both sexes experience an increase in heart and respiratory rates, and blood pressure.
Plateau Stage
- Reached just before orgasm.
- Women: clitoris retracts, lower vagina becomes congested (orgasmic platform), increased nipple elevation.
- Men: vasocongestion leads to penile distention. Heart rate increases significantly, respiratory rate accelerates.
Orgasm Stage
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Explore the multifaceted concept of sexuality, including its physical, emotional, and social dimensions. This quiz also delves into biological gender, gender identity, and various components of sexuality such as reproductive and erotic aspects. Test your understanding of these critical topics surrounding human sexuality and gender roles.
