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Flashcards for Chapter 9: Sexuality - Psychology of Women

Theoretical Perspectives on Sexuality

Q: What is androcentric emphasis?
A: A focus on male perspectives, often marginalizing female experiences.

Q: What is heterosexist bias?
A: The assumption that heterosexuality is the norm.

Q: What is essentialism in the context of sexuality?
A: The belief that sexuality is innate and universal.

Q: What does social constructionism suggest about sexuality?
A: Sexuality is shaped by cultural and social influences, challenging biological determinism.

Female Sexual Anatomy

Q: What is the function of the mons veneris?
A: It cushions the pubic bone and can be sexually sensitive.

Q: What is the clitoral hood (prepuce)?
A: A flap of skin that protects the clitoris from overstimulation.

Q: How many nerve endings does the clitoris have?
A: Approximately 8,000, more than the penis.

Q: What is the perineum?
A: The area between the vulva and anus, often sensitive to touch.

Q: What is the primary function of the vagina?
A: It serves as the birth canal, a receptacle for the penis during intercourse, and a passage for menstrual flow.

Sexual Responses

Q: What are the four phases of the Masters & Johnson sexual response cycle?
A: Excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution.

Q: What is vasocongestion?
A: Increased blood flow to the genital area during sexual arousal.

Q: How do men and women compare in their sexual response?
A: Both have similar phases, but women are more likely to have multiple orgasms.

Sexual Desire

Q: What factors influence sexual desire?
A: Hormones, social factors, and cultural influences.

Q: How do estrogen and testosterone affect sexual desire?
A: Testosterone increases libido, while estrogen affects arousal and lubrication.

Sexual Attitudes and Behavior

Q: What is the sexual double standard?
A: The societal expectation that men can be more sexually active than women without judgment.

Q: How do sexual scripts affect behavior?
A: They define traditional gender roles in sexual interactions, such as men being initiators and women being passive participants.

Q: What are the two primary approaches to sex education in schools?
A: Traditional (abstinence-focused) and comprehensive (includes contraception and emotional aspects).