Human Development and Sexual Health

A set of flashcards based on the notes covering human development, sexuality, and relationships.

What is human sexuality?

The total expression of an individual's femaleness or maleness through feelings, beliefs, attitudes, values, and behaviors.

What is sexual intimacy?

A state of closeness characterized by the desire to share innermost thoughts and feelings with another person.

What are the five levels of a relationship?

1. Dating 2. Steady 3. Engagement 4. Common Law Marriage 5. Marriage

Define the relationship level 'Engagement'.

An exclusive relationship with a high level of commitment and a promise to marry.

What is a healthy relationship characterized by?

Honesty, trust, equality, communication, staying power, security, laughter, support, physical affection, personal growth, responsibility, and respect.

What does 'staying power' mean in a relationship?

The ability of couples to keep their bond strong through tough times.

What influences adolescent decisions about sexual activity?

Conflicting social messages, peer pressure, personal values, and readiness.

List reasons to become sexually active.

1. Desire to have kids 2. Relationship pressures 3. Curiosity

List reasons not to become sexually active.

1. Sexual transmitted diseases (STDs) 2. Economic struggle 3. Not being married.

What are viral STIs?

STIs that cannot be cured and last for life, but treatments are available for symptoms.

How does the Catholic Church view artificial contraception?

The Church believes it is sinful and may frustrate divine plans for life.

What is Natural Family Planning (NFP)?

Techniques to predict ovulation by tracking menstrual cycles, cervical secretions, and basal body temperature.

Identify the first step in the IDEAL decision-making model.

Identify the problem.

What is seminal vesicle?

A gland that contributes fluids to the semen; also mentioned in relation to sexual ejaculation.

What triggers the development of the female reproductive system?

The hormones Estrogen and Progesterone during puberty.

What is menstruation?

The process where the egg is not fertilized, resulting in the shedding of the uterine lining and blood.

What does the term 'Erection' refer to?

When the penis becomes engorged with blood and stiffened.

What part of the female anatomy is called the Clitoris?

A small, round, sensitive area of skin located between folds of skin outside the vagina.

What are the three components to evaluate in the IDEAL decision-making process?

Pros, cons, and the best solution.