12 Questions
What is a critical period in the life of Filipino males and females when they explore intimate and sexual relationships?
Adolescence
What is the primary function of peer groups during adolescence?
To explore and experiment with social activities
What is the term coined by Sigmund Freud to signify the instinctual physiological or psychical energy associated with sexual urges?
Libido
How do males tend to communicate sexual intent according to Abbey's (1982) study?
Directly
What is the main aspect of Seksuwalidad Salik that defines an individual's personal characteristics?
Pag-uugali
What term refers to feeling romantic and sexual attraction towards the opposite sex?
Heterosekswalidad
What is a common characteristic of female communication style according to van Hippel et al. (2011)?
Indirect and elaborate
What is the term for a person who does not experience romantic or sexual attraction towards others?
Asekswalidad
What is the term used to describe casual sex partnerships with no emotional attachment?
All of the above
What is the purpose of Protective Euphemism in relation to Seksuwalidad?
To shield and avoid offense
What is the term for a mild or indirect word or expression substituted for one considered too harsh or blunt?
Euphemism
What stage of human development is characterized by extensive changes in various facets?
Adolescence
Study Notes
Sexuality and Its Components
- Sexuality encompasses personal aspects, roles, behaviors, and desires related to an individual's gender or masculinity/femininity
- Key components of sexuality:
- Gender
- Identity
- Behavior
- Desire
Sexual Orientation
- Heterosexuality: romantic and sexual attraction to the opposite sex
- Homosexuality: romantic and sexual attraction to the same gender
- Bisexuality: romantic and sexual attraction to both genders
- Pansexuality: romantic and sexual attraction to all genders, including transgender, non-binary, and others
- Asexuality: no romantic or sexual attraction to others
Euphemisms and Sexuality
- Pros of using euphemisms:
- Protective Euphemism: to shield and avoid offense
- Ludic Euphemism: to have fun and entertain
- Cons of using euphemisms:
- Underhand Euphemism: to mystify and represent
- Uplifting Euphemism: to talk up and inflate
- Examples of euphemisms: "Make Love", "Getting laid", "Funny business", "Mag-tanan", "Sakyan", "Diligan"
Adolescence and Sexuality
- Adolescence is a critical period for experimentation and risk-taking
- Filipino males and females explore intimate and sexual relationships during adolescence
Peer Influence and Sexuality
- Peer groups provide adolescents with social activities and support
- Adolescents are susceptible to conforming with peer group standards
- Peer relationships are relatively egalitarian, allowing for exploration and experimentation
Libido and Lust
- Libido refers to biological, bodily sensations that trigger arousal and create tension
- Lust is conceptualized as a desire, which can be sexual, monetary, or power-related
- Libido is an instinctual, physiological, or psychological energy associated with sexual urges (Freudian concept)
Communication and Sexuality
- Females tend to communicate in a more indirect, elaborate, and emotional sense
- Males tend to communicate in a direct, succinct, and instrumental sense
- Males are more likely to insinuate sex directly, while females are more likely to insinuate sex indirectly
Other Factors Influencing Sexuality
- Influence of alcohol
- Location (e.g., bar, bed, and the streets)
Explore the concept of sexuality, including sexual identity, expression, and orientation. Learn about heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, and more. Understand the personal and social aspects of human sexuality.
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