Physical and Sexual Self- Part 2 PDF

PHYSICAL AND SEXUAL SELF Ms. Alyssa Ave Joy B. Terceno Physiology of Human Sexual Response Sexual response follows a pattern of sequential stages or phases when sexual activity is continued.  Excitement phase it is caused by increase in pulse and blood pressure; a sudden rise in...

PHYSICAL AND SEXUAL SELF Ms. Alyssa Ave Joy B. Terceno Physiology of Human Sexual Response Sexual response follows a pattern of sequential stages or phases when sexual activity is continued.  Excitement phase it is caused by increase in pulse and blood pressure; a sudden rise in blood supply to the surface of the body resulting in increased skin temperature, flushing, and swelling of all distensible body parts (particularly noticeable in the male reproductive structure and female breasts), more rapid breathing, the secretion of genital fluids, vaginal expansion, and a general increase in muscle tension. This symptoms of arousal eventually increase to a near maximal physiological level that leads to the next stage.  Plateau phase it is generally of brief duration. If stimulation is continued, orgasm usually occurs.  Sexual climax it is marked by a feeling of abrupt, intense pleasure, a rapid increase in pulse rate and blood pressure, and spasms of the pelvic muscles causing contractions of the female reproductive organ and ejaculation by the male. It is also characterized by involuntary vocalizations. Sexual climax may last for a few seconds (normally not over ten), after which the individual enters the resolution phase.  Resolution phase it is the last stage that refers to the return to a normal or subnormal physiological state. Males and females are similar on their response sequence. Whereas males return to normal even if stimulation continues, but continued stimulation can produce additional orgasms without the females. Females are physically capable of repeated orgasms without the intervening “rest period” required by males.  01 Physiological problems Sexual problems may be 02 classified as physiological, psychological and social in P sychological problems origin. Any given problem may involve all three 03 categories. Social problems  01 Physiological problems the least among the three categories. Only a small number of people suffer from diseases that are due to abnormal development of the genitalia or that part of neurophysiology controlling sexual response. (e.g. vaginal infections, retroverted uteri, prostatitis, adrenal tumors, diabetes, senile changes of vagina, and cardiovascular problems. It can be resolved through medication or surgery unlike the nervous system problems that may affect sexual response are more difficult to treat.  02 P sychological problems comprise by far the largest category. They are usually caused by socially induced inhibitions, maladaptive attitudes, ignorance, and sexual myths held by society. An example of the latter is the belief that good, mature sex must involve rapid erection, prolonged coitus, and simultaneous orgasm.  02 P sychological problems Magazines, marriage books and general sexual folklore often strengthen these demanding ideals, which are not always achieved; therefore, can give rise to feelings of inadequacy anxiety and guilt. Such resulting negative emotions can definitely affect the behavior of an individual. Premature Ejaculation of Semen a common problem especially for young males. Sometimes this is not the consequence of any psychological problem but the natural result of excessive tension in a male who has been sexually deprived.  Erectile impotence almost always of psychological origin in males under 40; in older males, physical cause are more often involved.  Ejaculatory impotence which results from inability to ejaculate in coitus, is uncommon and is usually of psychogenic origin. It appears to be associated with ideas of contamination or with memories of traumatic experiences. Occasional ejaculatory inability can be possibly expected in older men or in any male who has exceeded his sexual capacity.  Vaginismus a strong spasm of the pelvic musculature constricting the female reproductive organ so that penetration is painful or impossible. It can be treated by psychotherapy and by gradually dilating the female reproductive organ with increasingly large cylinders. SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD’s) are infections transmitted from and infected person to an uninfected person through sexual contact. STDs can be caused by bacteria, viruses or parasites. Examples includes chlamydia, gonorrhea, syphilis, chancroid, human papillomavirus (HPV), herpes simplex virus (HSV) and trichomonas vaginalis, human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).  NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL METHODS OF CONTRACEPTION NATURAL METHOD The natural methods do not involve any chemical or foreign body introduction into human body. Abstinence this natural methods involves refraining from sexual intercourse and is the most effective natural birth control method with ideally 0% fail rate. It is considered to be the most effective way to avoid STIs (Sexually Transmitted Infections). Calendar Method also called as the rhythm method. It entails withholding from coitus during the days that the woman is fertile. The woman needs to record her menstrual cycle for six months in order to calculate the woman’s safe days to prevent conception. Basal Body Temperature indicates the woman’s temperature at rest. Before the day of ovulation and during ovulation, BBT falls at 0.5○ ; it increases to a full degree because of progesterone and maintains its level throughout the menstrual cycle. The woman must record her temperature every morning before any activity. Cervical Mucus Method the change in the cervical mucus during ovulation is the basis for this method. During ovulation, the cervical mucus is copious, thin and watery. Symptothermal Method basically a combination of the BBT and CMM. Symptothermal Method basically a combination of the BBT and CMM. Ovulation Detection it uses an over-the-counter kit that requires the urine sample of the woman. The kit can predict ovulation through the surge of luteinizing hormone (LH) that happens 12 to 24 hours before the ovulation.  Coitus Interruptus is one of the oldest methods that prevents conception. A couple still goes on with coitus, but the man withdraws the moment he ejaculates to emit the spermatozoa outside of the female reproductive organ. Oral contraceptives also known as the pill, oral contraceptives contain synthetic estrogen and progesterone. Estrogen suppresses the Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) and (LH) to prevent ovulation. Transdermal patch the woman should apply one patch every weeks on the following areas: upper outer arm, upper torso, abdomen, or buttocks. Vaginal ring this silicon ring is inserted into the female reproductive organ and remains there for three weeks and then removed on the fourth week, as menstrual flow would occur. The woman becomes fertile as soon as the ring is removed. Subdermal implants two rod-like implants inserted under the skin of the female during her menses or seventh day of her menstruation to make sure that she will not get pregnant. It can be helpful for 3-5 years. Hormonal injection contains medroxyprogesterone, a progesterone and is usually and is usually given once every 12 weeks intramuscularly. Intrauterine Device (IUD) a small, T-shaped object containing progesterone that is inserted into the uterus via the female reproductive organ. Chemical barriers such as spermicides, vaginal gels and creams, and glycerine films are used to cause the death of sperms before they can enter the cervix and to lower the pH level of the female reproductive organ so it will not become conducive for the sperm. Diaphragm a circular, rubber disk that fits the cervix and should be placed before coitus. Diaphragm made of soft rubber and fitted on the rim of the cervix. Male condom a latex or synthetic rubber sheath that is placed on the erect male reproductive organ before penetration into the female reproductive organ to trap the sperm during ejaculation. F emale condom made up of latex rubber sheaths that are pre-lubricated with spermicide. It is used to prevent fertilization of the egg by the sperm cells. Vasectomy a small incision is made on each side of the scrotum. The vas deferens is then tied, cauterized, cut or plugged to block the passage of the sperm. Tubal ligation The procedure is done through a small incision under the woman’s umbilical cord