Gender Identity, Sexual Functioning, and Paraphilic Disorders

This set of flashcards covers key terms and definitions related to gender identity, sexual functioning, and paraphilic disorders as discussed in the lecture by Dr. Frank Muscarella.

Sexual Functioning

Refers to the physiological and psychological processes involved in sexual activity.

Gender Identity

A social, emotional, psychological concept of oneself as male, female, both, or neither.

Cisgender

An individual whose biological sex aligns with their gender identity.

Transgender

An umbrella term for individuals whose gender identity differs from their biological sex.

Gender Dysphoria

The distress experienced when a person's physical body does not align with their gender identity.

Homosexuality

Attraction to the same sex; considered a normal variation in human sexuality.

Erectile Disorder

Repeated failure to obtain or maintain an erection during partnered sexual activities.

Paraphilic Disorder

A paraphilia that causes distress or impairment or involves non-consensual acts.

Exhibitionistic Disorder

Recurrent and intense sexual arousal from exposing one's genitals to an unsuspecting person.

Voyeuristic Disorder

Sexually arousing urges or behaviors associated with observing an unsuspecting person.

Sexual Masochism Disorder

Recurrent and intense sexual arousal resulting from being humiliated or made to suffer.

Female Sexual Interest/Arousal Disorder

Significantly reduced or absent sexual interest or arousal in females.

Delayed Ejaculation

Marked delay or inability to achieve ejaculation despite adequate sexual stimulation.

Frotteuristic Disorder

Recurrent and intense sexual arousal from touching or rubbing against a non-consenting person.

Gender Fluidity

A concept where individuals do not have a fixed gender identity, identifying variably as masculine or feminine.

Transsexual

Individuals who have begun medical procedures to change their physical sex to align with their gender identity.

Kinsey Scale

A scale that measures sexual orientation based on sexual behavior and attraction.

Gender Non-binary

Individuals who identify as neither solely male nor female, often moving along a gender continuum.

Epidemiology of Sexual Dysfunction

The study of the distribution and determinants of sexual dysfunction across populations.

Testosterone Replacement Therapy

A treatment used to address low testosterone levels, potentially affecting sexual functioning.

DSM-5

Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, defining classifications for mental health issues including sexual dysfunctions.

Puberty Blockers

Medications used to delay puberty in transgender youth, allowing them time to explore their gender identity.

Whip Science

The study of behavioral and neurochemical patterns in relation to paraphilic disorders.