Intro Psych Study Guide: Gender and Sexuality

A collection of question and answer flashcards covering key concepts in Gender and Sexuality from the Intro Psych lecture notes.

What are the characteristics of Biological Sex?

Physical characteristics present at birth including chromosomes, hormones, and reproductive anatomy.

Define Gender Identity.

Internal sense of one's gender (male, female, non-binary, etc.).

What is Gender Expression?

How one presents their gender through behavior, clothing, hair, etc.

What does Gender Role refer to?

Social expectations of how people should behave based on their gender.

Explain the term Gender Binary.

The classification of gender into two distinct categories: male and female.

What are Non-binary identities?

Gender identities that don't exclusively fit into male or female categories.

Define Transgender individuals.

Individuals whose gender identity differs from their assigned sex at birth.

What does Cisgender mean?

Individuals whose gender identity aligns with their assigned sex at birth.

What is Sexual Orientation?

Pattern of emotional, romantic, and/or sexual attraction to others.

Differentiate between Heterosexuality and Homosexuality.

Heterosexuality is attraction to the opposite gender; Homosexuality is attraction to the same gender.

What is Bisexuality?

Attraction to both same and different genders.

Define Asexuality.

Limited or no sexual attraction to others.

What does the term Coming Out refer to?

The process of acknowledging one's sexual orientation or gender identity to oneself and others.

What are Safe Sex practices?

Methods to reduce the risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unwanted pregnancies.

List social influences on gender development.

Family dynamics, peer interactions, media representation, and cultural norms.

What is Gender Socialization?

The process through which people learn gender-related expectations.

What does Gender Bias mean?

Preferential treatment based on gender.

Define Gender Stereotype.

Oversimplified beliefs about characteristics of males and females.

What is the Social Learning Theory?

Gender roles are learned through observation, modeling, and reinforcement.

Describe the Social Role Theory.

Different social roles lead to gender differences and expectations.

At what age does gender awareness typically begin?

Around ages 2 to 3.

When is gender identity typically established?

By early childhood.

How do media representations impact gender role development?

Media influences how children perceive gender roles and expectations.

What are the four phases of Masters and Johnson's Sexual Response Cycle?

Excitement, Plateau, Orgasm, Resolution phases.