Sexual Orientation and Gender Studies Review

A series of flashcards focused on key concepts and definitions regarding sexual orientation, gender studies, sexual behaviors, and legal aspects related to sexual health.

What is the difference between sexual attraction and romantic attraction?

Sexual attraction is the desire for physical intimacy, while romantic attraction is the desire for emotional connection.

What is asexuality?

Asexuality is defined as not being sexually attracted to other people.

What is the estimated prevalence of different sexual orientations in the population?

The prevalence of different sexual orientations is estimated to be between 2% to 8% of the population.

What role do hormones play in determining sexual orientation?

Exposure to specific hormones during the second half of pregnancy is theorized to affect the development of sexual orientation.

How do pheromones' responses differ across sexual orientations?

Homosexual men process pheromones similarly to heterosexual women, while homosexual women process male pheromones by olfactory networks.

What effect does having older brothers have on male homosexuality?

Each older brother increases the odds of male homosexuality by 33% to 48%.

What is the high female fertility hypothesis of homosexuality?

Female maternal relatives of homosexuals have higher fecundity than female maternal relatives of heterosexuals.

What is sexual fluidity?

Sexual fluidity is the ability to adapt sexual and romantic attraction toward a specific person rather than a specific gender.

How is self-control related to paraphilias?

Impaired control may lead to impulsivity, resulting in paraphilic behaviors.

What is the primary distinction between sexual assault and rape?

Rape specifically refers to sexual intercourse or penetration against a person's consent, while sexual assault encompasses a wider range of unwanted sexual activities.