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unifying model of sexual identity
Dillon’s theory that there is one process everyone experiences when finding sexuality
sexual script
stereotype of how males and females are supposed to act sexually
why is studying sexuality in adolescence so hard?
most research is done via self survey, in schools, the term “sexually active” is misleading, and it’s mostly done from a heteronormative perspective
how many sexual identity statuses are there?
5 statuses
compulsory heterosexuality
committed to the norm of being heterosexual (high commitment, no exploration)
active exploration
actively exploring one’s options for sexuality (high exploration, no commitment)
diffusion
lack of both exploration and commitment to a sexuality
deepening and commitment
heading towards commitment to a sexuality, can be because of compulsory heterosexuality or exploration
synthesis
occurs after deepening and commitment, it is your overall sexual concept (your identity, opinions of others identities)
what are some issues related to sexuality in adolescence?
risk of STD’s, lack of/improper use of contraception, pregnancy and poor education
carefree diffuser
not worried about sexuality
diffused diffuser
worried about lack of commitment to a sexuality
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