Understanding The Self: Third Exam OCR PDF

UNDERSTANDI NG THE SELF: THIRD EXAM  THE MATERIAL SELF  Topic One: The Physical Self Topic Two: The Sexual Self Topic Three: The Material/Economic Self THIRD EXAM: Topic Four: TOPICS The Political Sel...

UNDERSTANDI NG THE SELF: THIRD EXAM  THE MATERIAL SELF  Topic One: The Physical Self Topic Two: The Sexual Self Topic Three: The Material/Economic Self THIRD EXAM: Topic Four: TOPICS The Political Self Topic Five: The Spiritual Self Topic Six: The Digital Self  WHAT IS PHYSICAL SELF?  The physical self refers to WHAT IS an individual's identity related to their physical PHYSICAL body, appearance, and sensations. SELF?  Plato presented beauty is perfection. Beauty is in the world of Forms. Aristotle believes that beauty is proportional Philosophers and and can be achieved through quality, the their concepts of congruence and equal proportions of things. beauty David Hume argued that beauty is not an inherent quality of objects but rather a subjective response in the observer. John Dewey viewed beauty as an experience that arises from the dynamic interaction between a person and their environment. THE SEXUAL SELF  THE Sexuality encompasses a wide spectrum including SEXUAL emotional inclinations, psychological viewpoints, and cultural influences. SELF  Primary Physical Changes Associated with Puberty Puberty is part of the adolescent stage of maturing the reproductive system. Two types of physical changes that occur during puberty: Primary sex characteristics refer to changes to the sexual organs themselves (uterus, vagina, penis, and testes). Secondary sex characteristics refer to other visible changes that mark adult maturation, such as height and body shape. Female Reproductive Organ  Labia majora: (“large lips”) enclose and protect the other external reproductive organs External Labia minora: (“small lips”) inside your labia majora and surround the opening to your vagina and urethra. Clitoris: a small, sensitive protrusion sensitive to stimulation. Vaginal opening: The vaginal opening allows menstrual blood and babies to Parts exit your body. Hymen: Your hymen is a piece of tissue covering or surrounding part of your vaginal opening. Opening to your urethra: The opening to your urethra is the hole you pee from.  Vagina: It is the birth canal that connects the cervix to the exterior part of the body. Internal Uterus: carries a fetus during pregnancy. Ovaries: produce eggs and Parts hormones, namely estrogen and progesterone. Fallopian tubes: passageways for your egg to transport from your ovaries to your uterus. Male Reproductive Organ  External organs External Penis: The exterior reproductive organ of the male. Scrotum: The sac of skin that holds and helps to protect the testicles Testes (testicles): responsible Parts for making sperm Epididymis: It is where the sperm that are produced in the seminiferous tubules flow into.  Vas deferens: transports mature sperm to the urethra. Internal Prostate gland: helps produce semen, the white, milky fluid that carries sperm when a man ejaculates. Parts Urethra: ejaculates semen when you reach orgasm.  The Erogenous Zones of the Body The word erogenous comes from the Greek "eros" which means love and “genous” which means inducing. An erogenous zone is a human body part that has intensified sensitivity, which, when stimulated, may generate a sexual response.  Excitement Phase. Increased blood flow, muscle tension, and an elevated heart rate. Plateau Phase: The testes may elevate, and pre-ejaculatory fluid may be secreted, The Sexual and women may experience increased swelling of the clitoris and the outer lips of Response Cycle the vagina. Orgasm Phase: The climax , experiencing pleasurable sensations. Resolution Phase: The body gradually returns to normal, and the muscles relax.  Attraction and Dopamine: contributes feelings of excitement, motivation, and anticipation when attracted to someone. The Chemistry of Love and Oxytocin: "love hormone," promotes emotional connection, and Attraction, Love bonding. Attachment and Attachment Hormones: and Attachment influence our sense of security, emotional bonding, and responses to stress within a relationship. Gender and Development Gender and development (GAD) It looks into gender and the development of the relationship between gender and socio-economic development that aims to achieve equality between men and women.  L - Lesbian G- Gay B- Bisexual T- Transgender Q- Queer/Questioning LGBTQ+ + symbolizes the inclusion of additional sexual orientations (e.g., Pansexual, Asexual) Sexually Sexually transmitted Transmitted infections (STIs) infections Infections primarily transmitted through (STIs) sexual contact. Chlamydia- often has no symptoms but can lead to serious complications if left untreated. Gonorrhea- may cause symptoms such as pain during urination and discharge, but it can also be asymptomatic. Human Papillomavirus (HPV)- viral infection transmitted through skin-to-skin contact, including sexual activity. Herpes- can cause recurrent outbreaks of painful sores. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)- weakens the immune system and can lead to acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS). Syphilis- can cause a wide range of symptoms, including sores, rashes, and potentially severe complications if left untreated. Family Planning, Methods of Conception and the Reproductive Health Law  refers to interventions, techniques, and devices used to prevent Contraception pregnancy by either preventing fertilization or implantation of a fertilized egg. Non- Surgical Methods Definition Calendar-based methods involve tracking the length of a woman's menstrual cycles over time to predict fertile and infertile days Basal Body Temperature (BBT) Method: tracking a woman's basal body temperature every morning to detect the slight increase that occurs after ovulation. Oral Pills (Mini Pills): contain a small amount of synthetic progestin hormone. They work primarily by thickening cervical mucus, which prevents sperm from reaching the egg. Cervical Mucus Method: The cervical mucus method involves observing changes in the characteristics of cervical mucus throughout the menstrual cycle. Contraceptive Implants: Contraceptive implants are small, flexible rods placed under the upper arm's skin. They release a progestin hormone to prevent ovulation and thicken cervical mucus. Intrauterine Devices (IUDs): IUDs are small T-shaped devices that are inserted into the uterus. Barrier Methods (Male and Female Condoms, Diaphragms): Barrier methods create a physical barrier to prevent sperm from reaching the egg. Surgical methods of family planning A surgical procedure that involves closing or blocking the fallopian tubes to prevent eggs from reaching the uterus for fertilization. A surgical procedure that involves cutting or sealing the vas deferens, the tubes that carry sperm from the testicles. \  The material self refers to the tangible The Material/Economic object, person, or Self place labeled as "mine."  Tips for Conscious Consumerism 1. Think Before You Buy. Take the time to consider if a purchase is necessary. 2. Quality Over Quantity. Prioritize quality over cheap, disposable items. 3. Look Local First. Build a more sustainable and equitable economy in your community. 4. Cheap Is Rarely Fair. Be aware of the ethical implications behind low-priced goods. 5. Avoid Excessive Packaging. Minimize waste by choosing products with minimal packaging or opting for reusable alternatives. 6. Think Circular. Consider the lifecycle of products and aim to reduce waste and promote reuse. THE POLITICAL SELF  Filipino Traits Negative Positive Hiya (shame) It arrests or inhibits one's action. It contributes to peace of mind and lack of stress by not even trying to achieve. The Filipino traits and the positive and negative aspects. Ningas-cogon (procrastination) Renders one inactive and unable to initiate things or conducive to peace and tranquility. persevere. Pakikisama(group loyalty) Closes one's eyes to evils like graft and corruption to Positive because one lives for others; peace conserve peace and harmony in a group. or lack of dissension is a constant goal. Patigasan (test of strength) It is occidental in spirit, keeping "will It is stubborn and resists all efforts at reconciliation. power." Bahala na (resignation) One relies on a superior One leaves everything to chance power rather than on one’s under the pretext of trusting in own.. Divine providence. Kasi (because, i.e., scapegoat) One remains lily-white and has a One will never suffer from ready alibi for failure guilt or self-recrimination. Saving Face One is never accountable for It saves one from anything. accountability or responsibility for an offense. Sakop (inclusion) Stunts growth and prevents a person It makes a person show from growing on one's own.. concern for the family to which he belongs. Utang na loob (indebtedness) One overlooks moral principles when it is a recognition of one’s one is indebted to a person. indebtedness Kanya-kanya(self-centeredness) Promotes self-centered One takes care of oneself and one’s family. Five Major Religions 1. Christianity - it is centered on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. 2. Islam - Adherence to the Five Pillars of Islam. 3. Secular/Atheist/Agnostic: This includes individuals who do not adhere to any organized religion or do not believe in the existence of gods or supernatural beings. 4. Hinduism - It encompasses a wide range of philosophies, rituals, and traditions. 5. Buddhism- Emphasizes the importance of wisdom, ethical conduct, and mental discipline on the path to enlightenment (nirvana), the goal of liberation from suffering.  A ritual is a ceremony or action performed in a customary way. A ceremony is a formal act or Rituals and Ceremonies ritual (often set by custom or tradition) performed in observation of an event or anniversary, i.e., Japanese Tea Ceremony. Classification of Rituals: 1. Imitative- patterned after myths, and the ritual repeats the myths 2. Positive and Negative- Negative rituals focus on rules of prohibition, which cover an almost infinite variety of rites and behavior. Positive rituals are mostly concerned with giving blessings to an object or an individual. 3. Sacrificial-Total destruction of the sacrifice as an offering to a "higher-being." 4. Life-crisis- Transition of one mood or stage of life into another. The Digital Self  The digital self refers to The the online persona Digital individuals adopt while using the internet. Self  refers to actions taken to communicate information or project an image of oneself to others. Self-Presentation People engage in self-presentation for three primary reasons: Gain tangible or social benefits: Facilitate Social Interaction Identity Construction  is the intentional and conscious (or sometimes Impression unconscious) effort Management to shape how others perceive a person, object, or event. THANK YOU