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SEXUAL SELF

A component of an individual's identity

SEXUAL SELF

It can change throughout an individual's life

SEXUAL SELF

It is how one thinks of oneself in terms of to whom one is romantically or sexually attracted

XX chromosomes

Female offspring

XY combination

Male offspring

Testosterone

Dominant male hormone

Etrogen and Progesterone

Female hormones

Maturation

Development of secondary sexual characteristics

Menarche

First menstruation for girls

Nocturnal Emission

Wet dreams for boys

Males

Facial hair, Increased body/chest hair, Deepening of the voice (larynx enlargement), Broader shoulders, Higher muscle mass, Increased acne/oil production

Females

Breast development, Widening of the hips/pelvis, Rounding of body contours, Increased body fat composition, More pronounced hair on legs/underarms

Both

Development of pubic and underarm hair

Sexual Organs

Primary Sexual Characteristics

Changes that occur in relation with the development of the organism

Secondary Sexual Characteristics

THE MALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

Contains the external genitals: penis, testes, scrotum, prostate gland, vas deferens, urethra

Fertility and Sexual traits

A man depend on the normal functioning of the male reproductive system and hormones released from the brain

Penis

Organ used for urination and sexual intercourse

Penis

Has spongy tissue

Penis

Contains the urethra

Penis

Fills with blood to cause an erection, carries both urine and semen

Scrotum

Loose bag of skin

Scrotum

Hangs outside the body

Scrotum

Holds the testes in place

Testes (testicles)

Pair of egg-shaped glands

Testes (testicles)

Sit in the scrotum

Testes (testicles)

Produce sperm and testosterone

Epididymis

Highly coiled tube

Epididymis

Lies at the back of the testes

Epididymis

Sperm mature and start to 'swim'

Vas deferens

Thick-walled tube

Vas deferens

Carries sperm from the epididymis to the prostate gland and urethra

Prostate gland

Walnut-sized gland

Prostate gland

Urethra runs through the middle

Prostate gland

Produces fluid secretions that support and nourish the sperm

Urethra

Tube from the bladder to the opening at the end of the penis, carries both urine and sperm

Seminal vesicles

2 small glands

Seminal vesicles

Make up much of the fluid in semen

THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

Involved in sexual activity and fertility

THE FEMALE REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM

Includes uterus (womb), ovaries, fallopian tubes, vagina, as well as hormones

Ovaries

Eggs are stored here, eggs mature and are released in ovulation

Fallopian Tubes

2 thin tubes, Connect the ovaries to the uterus, Allow the egg to be transported

Uterus (womb)

Fertilized egg will implant here, grows into a fetus and then a baby

Cervix

Lower part of the uterus

Cervix

Connects it to the vagina

Vagina

Muscular tube

Vagina

Connects the cervix to the outside of the body

HUMAN SEXUALITY

A complex phenomenon. Involves the interaction of:

biological sex

core gender identity

Gender Role Behavior

Can be a combination of biological, physiological, and psychological factors

Sexuality

It is expressed in various ways:

Manner of dressing

Body Movements

Ways that communicate our sexual self

Non-Specific Erogenous Zones

Skin is like normal-haired skin, has normal high density of nerves and hair follicles

Includes:

sides and back of the neck

inner arms

axillae (armpits)

sides of the thorax (chest)

Specific Erogenous Zones

Associated with sexual response

Include:

lips

nipples

areas of the genitals

foreskin

corona of the glans penis

clitoris

rest of the vulva

perianal skin

Solitary Behavior

Involves only one individual

Solitary Behavior

self-gratification = self-stimulation with intention of causing sexual arousal and generally orgasm (sexual climax)

Socio-Sexual Behavior

Divided into:

heterosexual behavior

homosexual behavior

Takes place between two persons or in a group

may involve:

petting

necking

coitus

HUMAN SEXUAL RESPONSE CYCLE

Sequence of physical and emotional changes

Occurs as a person becomes sexually aroused

Includes intercourse and masturbation

EXCITEMENT PHASE

↑ pulse, BP, breathing

Skin warms (flushing)

Swelling + fluids start

PLATEAU PHASE

Everything intensifies

Muscle tension ↑

Genitals fully ready

SEXUAL CLIMAX

Sudden intense pleasure

Pelvic spasms

Ejaculation (male)

Contractions (female)

RESOLUTION PHASE

Body returns to normal

Male: needs rest (refractory period)

Female: can repeat orgasm

REFRACTORY PERIOD

RESTING OF MALE

Lust (libido or sex drive)

Desire for sexual gratification

Lust (libido or sex drive)

Associated with the sex hormones:

Testosterone (for males)

Estrogen (for females)

Attraction (passionate or obsessive love, infatuation)

Intense attention given to a desired partner

Attraction (passionate or obsessive love, infatuation)

Craves for emotional union

Attraction (passionate or obsessive love, infatuation)

This stage is driven by chemicals and hormones:

adrenaline

dopamine

serotonin

Attachment (compassionate love)

The desire of couples to stay together

Attachment (compassionate love)

Feels comfort and security

Includes behaviors anchored on long-term companionship

driven by:

oxytocin

vasopressin

Adrenaline

"Fight" or "Flight"

Adrenaline

Causes sweating and drying of the mouth

Dopamine

Intense rush of pleasure

Causes:

Increased energy

Less need for food and sleep

Focused attention to one's desired partner

Serotonin

Attributed to "falling in love"

Serotonin

Makes a person think of his or her desired partner at most times

Oxytocin (cuddle hormone)

Released during orgasm

Oxytocin (cuddle hormone)

feeling of attachment becomes more intense

Vasopressin (anti-diuretic hormone)

Released after intercourse

Vasopressin (anti-diuretic hormone)

Linked to attachment

Sexual Orientation

A person's physical, emotional, and romantic attraction to another person such as being straight, gay, lesbian, or bisexual

Gender Identity

A person's internal sense of being female, male, or someone outside of that gender binary

Lesbian (L)

A woman who is physically, emotionally, or romantically attracted to other women

Gay (G)

A person who is physically, emotionally, or romantically attracted to other men and/or people within the same gender

Bisexual (B)

Attracted to people within more than one sex, gender, or gender identity

Transgender (T)

Gender identity or expression is different than their sex assigned at birth

Queer (Q)

Useful term for those who are questioning their identities or prefer an umbrella term

Intersex (I)

Born with differences in sex traits or reproductive anatomy

May involve:

Genitalia

Chromosomes

Hormones

Internal sex organs

Secondary sex characteristics

Asexual (A)

Lacks sexual attraction or desire for other people

Plus sign (+)

Represents members not included within the LGBTQIA acronym an inclusive way of representing more identities

FAMILY PLANNING (FP)

Having the desired number of children, and when you want to have them by using safe and effective modern methods

Proper birth spacing, Children 3 to 5 years apart

best for the health of:

The mother

Her child

The family

Mother

Regain her health after delivery

Enough time and opportunity to love and provide attention to her husband and children

More time for her family and own personal advancement

Enough time for treatment and recovery

Father

Lightens the burden and responsibility in supporting his family

Enables him to give his children their basic needs

Gives him time for his family and own personal advancement

Enough time for treatment and recovery

Children

Healthy mothers produce healthy children, get all the attention, security, love, and care they deserve

Condoms

Thin latex or polyurethane sheath

Must be worn at all times during intercourse

Prevent pregnancy

Can be bought in most drug and grocery stores

Do not need a prescription

Diaphragm and Cervical Cap

Flexible rubber cup

Filled with spermicidal cream or jelly

Placed into the vagina over the cervix

Prevents sperm from reaching the uterus

Left in place for 6 to 8 hours after intercourse

Must be prescribed

Risks:

irritation

allergic reactions

urinary tract infection

vaginal yeast infection

rare: toxic shock syndrome

Hormonal Methods

Birth control pills (BCPs)

Contains man-made forms of:

Estrogen

Progestin

Prevent ovulation

Progestins make the mucus around the cervix thick and sticky

side effects:

changes in menstrual cycles

no menstrual cycles

extra bleeding

nausea

mood changes

worsening of migraines

breast tenderness

weight gain

Progestin Implants

Small rod implanted under the skin

Usually on the upper arm

Releases progestin into the bloodstream

Side effects:

Changes in menstrual cycles

Extra bleeding or spotting

Breast tenderness

Weight gain

Headaches

Depression

Permanent Methods

Best for men, women, and couples who feel certain they do not want to have children in the future

Include:

Vasectomy

Tubal ligation

William James

To understand the self, we can examine it through different components:

Constituents

Feelings and emotions

Actions to which they prompt

CONSTITUENTS

Composed of the material self:

Social self

Spiritual self

Pure ego

MATERIAL SELF

What we attach to as part of ourselves