L7 Sexual Self

• When does the development of the reproductive system begin after fertilization?

  Soon after the fertilization of an egg
• What gene is responsible for the development of male characteristics in a fertilized egg?

  The SRY gene on the Y chromosome
• What is puberty?

  The stage of development at which individuals become sexually mature
• What are the stages of puberty for boys and girls?

  • Boys:
  • Stage One: Ages 9-12, no visible sexual development
  • Stage Two: Ages 9-15, height increases, muscle tissue develops
  • Stage Three: Ages 11-16, penis grows, menarche begins in girls
  • Stage Four: Ages 11-17, adult-looking genitals, ejaculation appears
  • Stage Five: Ages 14-18, full adult height and appearance
  • Girls:
  • Stage One: Ages 8-11, ovaries enlarge
  • Stage Two: Ages 8-14, breast development
  • Stage Three: Ages 9-15, menarche begins
  • Stage Four: Ages 10-16, ovulation may start
  • Stage Five: Ages 12-19, regular ovulation
• What are erogenous zones?

  Areas of the body that are highly sensitive to stimuli
• What are the two types of erogenous zones?

  1. Nonspecific Type:

  • Similar to usual haired skin
  • Amplified sensation from learned pleasurable stimuli
  • Examples: back of the neck, axilla

  1. Specific Type:

  • Found in mucocutaneous regions
  • Acute perception in genital regions
• What is the function of the prepuce?

  It covers the tip of the penis and clitoris
• What is the role of the brain in sexual activity?

  It translates nerve impulses into pleasurable sensations
• What are the four phases of the human sexual response cycle?

  1. Excitement: Muscle tension, heart rate increases, blood flow to genitals
  2. Plateau: Increased sensitivity, muscle spasms, heightened tension
  3. Orgasm: Climax with involuntary contractions and ejaculation
  4. Resolution: Body returns to normal, marked by fatigue
• What happens during the excitement phase of the sexual response cycle?

  Muscle tension increases and blood flow to the genitals increases
• What occurs during the orgasm phase of the sexual response cycle?

  Involuntary muscle contractions and ejaculation occur
• What is the refractory period?

  The recovery time after orgasm among men
• What hormones are involved in sexual desire for men and women?

  Luteinizing hormone regulates testosterone in men and estrogen in women
• What are the three stages of falling in love according to Helen Fisher?

  1. Lust: Physical attraction driven by hormones
  2. Attraction: Craving for partner's presence, excitement from chemicals
  3. Attachment: Desire for commitment and family
• What is sexual orientation?

  A person's general sexual disposition toward partners of the same or opposite sex
• What factors influence gender differences in sexual desire?

  Culture, social environment, and political situations
• What is the role of the amygdala in sexual behavior?

  It is an integrative center for emotions and motivation
• What is the nucleus accumbens known for?

  It is the pleasure center of the brain
• What is the psychological aspect of sexual desire?

  It is viewed as an interest in sexual objects or activities
• What does sexual drive represent?

  A biologically mediated motivation to seek sexual activity
• What are the physiological mechanisms of sexual behavior?

  • Amygdala: Integrative center for emotions and motivation
  • Nucleus accumbens: Pleasure center, involved in motivation and reward
• What is the amygdala's role in the brain?

  It is the integrative center for emotions, emotional behavior, and motivation.
• What is the nucleus accumbens known as?

  The pleasure center of the brain.
• What role does the nucleus accumbens play in motivation?

  It plays an important role in motivation and cognitive processing of aversion.
• How does the nucleus accumbens respond to rewards?

  It translates emotional stimuli into behaviors related to rewards.
• What are the three stages of falling in love according to Helen Fisher?

  1. Lust
  2. Attraction
  3. Attachment (commitment)
• How is sexual desire typically viewed?

  As an interest in sexual objects or activities.
• What does sexual drive represent?

  A biologically mediated motivation to seek sexual activity or gratification.
• What does sexual orientation refer to?

  A person's general sexual disposition toward partners of the same sex, opposite sex, or both.
• What is heterosexuality?

  The sexual preference for members of the opposite sex.
• What is homosexuality?

  The sexual preference for members of the same sex.
• What is bisexuality?

  The sexual preference for members of both sexes.
• What is asexuality?

  Indifference toward or lack of attraction to either sex.
• What does gender identity refer to?

  One's sense of being male or female.
• What does LGBTQ+ stand for?

  • Lesbian: females attracted to women
  • Gay: males attracted to males
  • Bisexual: attracted to both men and women
  • Trans*: those who do not identify with their assigned gender
  • Queer: those questioning their identities
  • Intersex: born with mixed biological traits
  • Asexual: lack of sexual attraction
• How is homosexuality viewed in the Philippines and other Southeast Asian countries?

  It is viewed as the norm.
• What is expected of young boys in Papua New Guinea regarding sexual behavior?

  They are expected to engage in sexual behavior with other boys to become men.
• How are individuals categorized in Thailand regarding gender?

  They are categorized into more than two categories: male, female, and kathoey (transgender).
• How does family influence gender identity development?

  Children's upbringing and social environment influence their gender identity development.
• What correlation was found between homosexuality and urbanization?

  There is a positive correlation between homosexuality and urbanization.