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Sexuality is solely defined by one's sexual orientation.
Sexuality is solely defined by one's sexual orientation.
False
The World Health Organization provides a definition of sexuality that is more comprehensive than commonly understood.
The World Health Organization provides a definition of sexuality that is more comprehensive than commonly understood.
True
Sex education focuses primarily on encouraging sexual intercourse among teenagers.
Sex education focuses primarily on encouraging sexual intercourse among teenagers.
False
Sexuality can be influenced by factors such as education, income, and media.
Sexuality can be influenced by factors such as education, income, and media.
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All aspects of sexuality are always experienced and expressed by individuals.
All aspects of sexuality are always experienced and expressed by individuals.
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Withholding information about sex and sexuality helps keep children informed.
Withholding information about sex and sexuality helps keep children informed.
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Puberty is a uniform experience that occurs at the same age for all individuals.
Puberty is a uniform experience that occurs at the same age for all individuals.
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Girls typically enter puberty about one to two years earlier than boys.
Girls typically enter puberty about one to two years earlier than boys.
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Secondary sex characteristics include traits that are part of the reproductive system.
Secondary sex characteristics include traits that are part of the reproductive system.
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The emotional region of the brain matures before the area responsible for rational thought during adolescence.
The emotional region of the brain matures before the area responsible for rational thought during adolescence.
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Young men are less likely to face arrest compared to other demographics.
Young men are less likely to face arrest compared to other demographics.
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The pubertal growth spurt for boys starts at an average age of 11 and peaks at about 13.
The pubertal growth spurt for boys starts at an average age of 11 and peaks at about 13.
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Addressing issues like depression in teenagers can prevent more severe problems in the future.
Addressing issues like depression in teenagers can prevent more severe problems in the future.
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Agender individuals do not identify with any gender.
Agender individuals do not identify with any gender.
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Transgender individuals have a gender identity that matches the sex assigned to them at birth.
Transgender individuals have a gender identity that matches the sex assigned to them at birth.
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Transsexual individuals undergo surgical procedures to change their sex.
Transsexual individuals undergo surgical procedures to change their sex.
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Non-binary people strictly identify as either a boy or a girl.
Non-binary people strictly identify as either a boy or a girl.
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Sexual orientation, sexual behavior, and gender identity are independent concepts.
Sexual orientation, sexual behavior, and gender identity are independent concepts.
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Involvement in sexual contact can transmit over 30 different bacteria, viruses, and parasites.
Involvement in sexual contact can transmit over 30 different bacteria, viruses, and parasites.
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The number of HIV and AIDS cases has decreased every year in the country.
The number of HIV and AIDS cases has decreased every year in the country.
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Emerging sexual awareness can be misinterpreted as being gay or bisexual.
Emerging sexual awareness can be misinterpreted as being gay or bisexual.
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During the 19th century in Tahiti, individuals were placed in 'fattening rooms' to achieve a lighter skin tone.
During the 19th century in Tahiti, individuals were placed in 'fattening rooms' to achieve a lighter skin tone.
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The influence of colonialism in the Philippines has no relation to local beauty standards.
The influence of colonialism in the Philippines has no relation to local beauty standards.
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The book 'Face Value: The Politics of Beauty' suggests that beauty is solely a product of wealth.
The book 'Face Value: The Politics of Beauty' suggests that beauty is solely a product of wealth.
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Women in the Philippines are evaluated based on their appearance more than men.
Women in the Philippines are evaluated based on their appearance more than men.
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Body shaming has no impact on an individual's mental health.
Body shaming has no impact on an individual's mental health.
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Xander Ford underwent cosmetic surgery due to societal pressure related to looks.
Xander Ford underwent cosmetic surgery due to societal pressure related to looks.
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Cultural perceptions of beauty can vary significantly across different societies.
Cultural perceptions of beauty can vary significantly across different societies.
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Xander Ford's transformation story highlights the issue of societal beauty standards.
Xander Ford's transformation story highlights the issue of societal beauty standards.
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Fattening rooms are widely practiced in Tahiti today.
Fattening rooms are widely practiced in Tahiti today.
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The concept of beauty is universally accepted and never changes.
The concept of beauty is universally accepted and never changes.
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Rondilla argues that brown and black skin is considered the highest form of beauty in Filipino culture.
Rondilla argues that brown and black skin is considered the highest form of beauty in Filipino culture.
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The practice of fattening is a cultural phenomenon in some Pacific societies.
The practice of fattening is a cultural phenomenon in some Pacific societies.
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The Filipino fascination with beauty is predominantly expressed by women.
The Filipino fascination with beauty is predominantly expressed by women.
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The popularity of social media has no effect on body image perception among today's youth.
The popularity of social media has no effect on body image perception among today's youth.
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Beauty enhancement practices that are harmful to health should be embraced by society.
Beauty enhancement practices that are harmful to health should be embraced by society.
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Filtered images on platforms like Instagram contribute to unrealistic beauty standards.
Filtered images on platforms like Instagram contribute to unrealistic beauty standards.
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Body shaming is encouraged in the modern, image-driven virtual society.
Body shaming is encouraged in the modern, image-driven virtual society.
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Today's youth often rely on social media responses for self-approval.
Today's youth often rely on social media responses for self-approval.
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Cultural concepts of beauty should not be celebrated as they promote unrealistic standards.
Cultural concepts of beauty should not be celebrated as they promote unrealistic standards.
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Women are encouraged to conform to societal expectations regarding their appearance.
Women are encouraged to conform to societal expectations regarding their appearance.
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It is essential to conceal physical defects to be accepted in society.
It is essential to conceal physical defects to be accepted in society.
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Study Notes
Sexual Self
- Sexuality is defined as "the ways people experience and express themselves as sexual beings."
- WHO's definition encompasses sex, gender, identities, roles, sexual orientation, eroticism, pleasure, intimacy, and reproduction.
- Sexuality includes thoughts, fantasies, desires, beliefs, attitudes, values, behaviors, practices, roles, and relationship.
- Education, occupation, income, economics, law, politics, media, and culture influence sexuality.
Sex Education
- Sex education promotes sexual health and safety, including preventing sexual violence.
- Withholding sex education can lead to ignorance instead of safety.
Sex and Gender
- Sex refers to biological characteristics (e.g., chromosomes, genitalia).
- Gender refers to social characteristics relating to a person's sex (e.g., gender identity).
Erogenous Zones
- Erogenous zones are areas of the body that are considered sexually stimulating.
- Sensitivity varies from person to person.
- Sensation from touching these zones is affected by who and how they're touched.
Puberty
- Puberty is a one-to-three-year period of hormonal and physical changes.
- Girls typically enter puberty earlier than boys.
- Rates and specific ages vary between individuals.
- Inherent characteristics influence individual responses to puberty.
Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
- Sexual contact can potentially transmit a range of bacteria, viruses, and parasites.
- STIs can result in long-term health consequences.
Types of Sexual Orientation
- Sexual orientation is a personal preference directed towards people of the same sex (homosexual or gay/lesbian), opposite sex (heterosexual), or both (bisexual).
- Other orientations include pansexual and asexual.
Types of Gender Identity
- Gender identity describes a person's internal sense of gender.
- Some examples of gender identities include cisgender and transgender, and non-binary.
Body Image
- Body image issues can include body shaming, anorexia, and body dysmorphic disorder.
- Societal and cultural pressures can affect body image perceptions.
- Negative body image is often linked to mental health concerns.
- Positive body image comes from acceptance and self-acceptance
Cultural Standards of Beauty
- Beauty standards vary across cultures and time periods.
- Cultural ideas often incorporate specific characteristics and appearance to denote beauty.
Activity Questions
- Describe personal puberty journey, feelings about the changes, and what aspects were interesting/frustrating
- Create genderbread person to identify gender-identity, expression, biological sex, and sexual orientation
- Design a campaign/infographic to educate others on sexual violence and other related diseases.
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Description
This quiz explores the multifaceted aspects of sexuality, including definitions, influences, and the importance of sex education. It also discusses the distinctions between sex and gender, and the concept of erogenous zones. Test your knowledge on sexual health and its societal implications.
