The-Sexual-Self

Understanding the Self

Overview of the Course

• Emilio Aguinaldo College, City of Dasmariñas, Cavite.

• Focus on self-awareness, covering the Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Sexual Self.

The Sexual Self

Lesson Objectives

• Describe the concept of sexual self.

• Recognize personal sexual identity and behavior.

• Discuss ways to protect one's sexual self.

Concept of Sexual Selfhood

• Defined as how one views oneself as a sexual individual.

• Human sexuality is culturally diverse and should be understood in various contexts.

Human Sexuality

Definition and Influences

• Human sexuality includes experiences and expressions shaped by society.

• Formed by biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors.

Gender Roles and Behavior

• Research indicates minimal differences in gender roles; social attitudes significantly shape sexual behavior.

• Males often portrayed with a heightened sex drive due to societal norms rather than biological differences.

Changes During Puberty

Physical Changes

• Puberty marks a transition with secondary and primary sexual changes:

  • Secondary Sexual Characteristics:

    • Males: Voice lowering, hair growth, increase in muscle size.

    • Females: Breast development, hip widening.

  • Primary Sexual Characteristics:

    • Males: Testes, penis, seminal vesicles; sperm production begins.

    • Females: Ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus; egg production begins.

Erogenous Zones

• Primary Erogenous Zones: Areas with a high concentration of nerve endings (e.g., genitals, neck, lips).

• Secondary Erogenous Zones: Other body areas that can become sensitive through intimate touch.

Sex and Gender Definitions

• Sex: Refers to biological differences (reproductive organs and chromosomes).

• Gender: Social and cultural roles, including identity and expression.

  • Cisgender: Identifies with assigned sex at birth.

  • Transgender: Gender identity does not match assigned sex.

  • Gender Fluid: Gender identity shifts with context.

Sexuality and Identity

Labels and Identity Types

• Categories include:

  • Heterosexual: Attracted to the opposite sex.

  • Homosexual: Attracted to the same sex.

  • Bisexual: Attracted to both genders.

  • Asexual: No sexual attraction.

  • Pansexual: Attraction to multiple genders.

Common Sexual Behaviors

• Marital Sex: Seen as standard and linked to relationship satisfaction.

• Premarital Sex: Mixed views in society, historically a taboo.

• Extramarital Sex: Associated with damage to relationships.

Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)

Overview

• STIs spread through sexual contact; prevalent infections include:

  • HIV, Gonorrhea, Syphilis, Chlamydia.

  • Many STIs can be asymptomatic and are often prevalent in younger populations.

Prevention and Awareness

• Methods to prevent STIs include: non-sexual partnerships, education, and healthcare access.

Contraception Methods

Categorization

• Hormonal Methods: e.g., contraceptive pills, patches, injections.

• Barrier Methods: e.g., condoms, diaphragms.

• Sterilization: Permanent methods like vasectomy and tubal ligation.

Conclusion

• Importance of respecting and caring for one's body and sexual health.