Lesson 5: The Physical Self

Secondary sex characteristics, erogenous zones, and reproductive system.

What are the components of the physical and sexual self?

Features that distinguish the sexes but are not directly involved in reproduction, such as breast development in females and facial hair in males.

What are secondary sex characteristics?

What are erogenous zones?

Areas of the body that are particularly sensitive to sexual stimulation.

The system of organs involved in producing offspring and enabling sexual reproduction.

What is the reproductive system?

Biological, psychological, and social factors.

What factors shape sexual identity and behavior?

To promote self-awareness, healthy relationships, and responsible sexual behavior

How can knowledge of the physical and sexual self be applied?What is a "Nepo Baby"?

A term referring to someone born into a privileged position or given unearned advantages due to family status, wealth, or influence.

What is a "Nepo Baby"?

An advantage given at birth, typically from family genetics or status.

What is an inherited advantage?

A benefit gained through personal effort, hard work, or discipline.

What is an earned advantage?

It helps in self-awareness, boosts confidence, enhances attractiveness, improves personal appearance, and elevates personality.

What is the importance of building a good Physical Self as a future educator?

A tangible existence that is an essential and observable part of who we are.

What is the "Physical Self"?

It serves as a "bridge" that allows us to connect with the world and others.

How is the Physical Self described in terms of interaction?

Biological blueprint and socio-cultural influences.

What are the two main influences on the self?

The inherited aspects of the physical self, such as height, eye color, or natural build.

What is a biological blueprint?

The environmental, cultural, and social factors that affect one’s self-perception and behavior.

What are socio-cultural influences?

How do thoughts and feelings about the body affect the self?

They have a direct impact on overall self-perception and self-esteem.

Why is physical appearance historically and culturally subjective?

Because standards of beauty and attractiveness change over time and vary across cultures.

A societal standard valuing extremely thin body types as the most desirable.

What is the “Thin Ideal”?

A mental health condition characterized by unhealthy eating habits, often influenced by body image concerns.

What is an eating disorder?

Discrimination or bias based on skin color, often favoring lighter skin.

What is colorism?

Medical procedures performed to alter, enhance, or reconstruct the body’s appearance.

What is cosmetic and plastic surgery?

A mental health condition where a person is excessively concerned about perceived flaws in their appearance

What is Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)?

Perceptual, affective, cognitive, and behavioral dimensions.

What are the dimensions of body image?

How accurately one perceives the size and shape of their body.

What is perceptual body image?

One’s feelings and emotions about their body.

What is affective body image?

Thoughts and beliefs about one’s body appearance.

What is cognitive body image?

Actions taken to manage or change one’s appearance or hide perceived flaws.

What is behavioral body image?

A cognitive bias where a positive trait influences the perception of other traits.

What is the halo effect in body perception?

It plays a role in self-discovery and influences self-perception, contributing to confidence and professional presence.

How does building a good Physical Self help future educators?