PHYSICAL SELF & SECTION 2: SEXUAL SELF

Physical Self

It refers to the body; both physical extremities and internal organs work together for the body to perform many of its function such as: breathing, walking, eating and sleeping.

Heredity

the transmission of traits from parents to offspring

Genotype

refers to the specific information embedded within one’s gene

Phenotype

physical expression of a particular trait

CHROMOSOMES

are threadlike tissues that carries the genes; usually found in pairs

PUNNETT SQUARE

simple way of discovering all potential combinations of genotypes a children could have based on the genotype of their parents

Reginald Punnett

created punnett square

Theory of Physiognomy

It refers to personal’s physical characteristics such as facial features and expressions and body structures could be related to a person’s character or personality.

Body-Type Theory

It was 1940, William H. Sheldon developed a body type theory based on physical characteristics

Theory of Physiognomy

Body-Type Theory

Theories of Physical Self

Endomorphic, Mesomorphic, Ectomorphic

3 types of Body-Type Theory

Body Image

-refers to how individuals perceive, think and feel about their body and physical appearance

Appearance

-refers to everything about a person that others can observe such as height, weight, skin color, clothes and hairstyle

1. Healthy Eating

2. Embracing a healthy lifestyle

3. Maintaining Proper Hygiene

4. Engage in daily exercise

5. Avoid stress

6. Being Confident

Achieving Physical Well-being

Sigmund Freud

According to ____, all human behavior is motivated by the desire to feel pleasure.

motivation

is organized and controlled by two instincts

sexuality and aggression.

motivation is organized and controlled by two instincts:

Sigmund Freud

theorized that these instincts are driven by a form of internal psychic energy called libido

libido

Freud theorized that these instincts are driven by a form of internal psychic energy called

sex

Human being’s need for ____is not of the same level as the need for oxygen, water and food.

sex

But without it, humankind will perish.

sex

is not simply for procreation but it is also a source of pleasure which is an important part of sexual health.

Primary Sex Characteristics

physical characteristics present at birth

sexual genitals (PENIS / VAGINA)

Secondary Sex Characteristics

develop during the onset of puberty

MALE

growth of facial and bodily hair, emerging of adam’s apple, deepening of voice, etc

FEMALE

onset menstruation, changes in hips, enlargement of breast, growth of pubic hair, etc.

Erogenous Zones

areas of body which are highly sensitive and produce sexual responses when stimulated

Masturbation

-involves the rubbing or fondling of the genital areas, provides sexual desire and sexual pleasures

Sexual Orientation

refers to a person’s sexual identity anchored on what gender they are attracted to (Examples: Heterosexual, Homosexual, Bisexual, Asexual and Pansexual)

William Masters & Virginia Johnson

Found phases of sexual responses which leads to sexual satisfaction

Excitement Phase

This is when the body gets ready for sexual activity

Excitement Phase

this phase, males may experience an increase in heart rate, muscle tension, increase in breathing, erection of penis and nipples, tightening of scrotum and release of pre-ejaculation fluid. For females, they may experience the swelling of the clitoris and release of lubricating fluid

Plateau Phase

During this phase, intensified breathing, high blood pressure and faster heart rate may be experienced as well as muscle contraction in the face, feet and hands. For females, continued swelling of the vagina is experienced and the clitoris becomes very sensitive

Orgasm Phase

This is also referred to as the climax of the cycle.

Orgasm Phase

During this phase, breathing, blood pressure and heart rate are further intensified.

Orgasm Phase

Contraction of the muscles of the face, feet and hands continues.

Orgasm Phase

One or both are breathing heavily and there is irrepressible and powerful release of the semen occurs. For females, muscle contraction of the vagina is experienced

Resolution Phase

the body gradually returns to its normal level of functioning.

Resolution Phase

Some parts of the body return to their original sizeand color. For male, the erection is lost, the testes decrease in size and for female clitoris and vagina return to their normal state

Vagina

muscular tube, receiver of penis, birth canal

Ovaries

storage of egg cells

Uterus

where fertilized embryo grows become a fetus

Cervix

passageway during childbirth

Fallopian Tubes

carries fertilized egg from ovary to uterus

Penis

which male urinates and delivers sperm cells to vagina

Scrotum

loose pouch like sac of skin

Vas Deferens

transports the sperm

Epididymis

set of coiled ducts where sperm cells stored

Prostate Gland

–produces semen, nourish sperm cell

Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)

caused by HIV which is the most alarming STD’

Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV) & Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS)

It can be transmitted by contact between broken skin, wounds, sexual contact with infected person through pregnancy, breastfeeding, sharing injecting equipment and blood transfusion

Reproductive Health Law (Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012)

Guarantees universal access to methods of contraception such as: Condoms, Pills, Intrauterine Device (IUD) and birth control injection

Reproductive Health Law (Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012)

Provides for the prevention and treatment of HIV/AIDS

Reproductive Health Law (Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012)

Aims to keep couples and women well-informed about family planning methods

Reproductive Health Law (Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012)

Proper sex education among adolescents

1. Respects one’s body

2. Maturity in thoughts and deeds

3. Being guided by one’s personal beliefs and core values

4. Being future-oriented

Responsible Sexual Behaviors (4)