Heredity transmission of traits from parent to offspring
Genotype specific information imbedded within our genes, can only be determined by blood testing.
Phenotype physical expression of the genotype/physical characteristics
maturation completion of growth of genetic character within an organism or the unfolding of an individual’s inherent traits or potential
Genes small sections of DNA within the genome that code for proteins. They contain the instructions for our individual characteristics – like eye and hair color.
heredity [nature] is the transmission of traits from parents to offspring it provides the raw materials of which the individual is made up.
Environment [nurture] is the sum total of the forces or experiences that a person undergoes from conception to old age. It includes family, friends, school, nutrition, and other groups one is in contact with.
SocietalExpectations issues like meeting the society’s standard of physical beauty and body type
culturalPractices how we take care of our bodies-nutrition and hygienic practices and standard of beauty and attractiveness
Sex -the activity that involves the insertion of the male penis inside the female vagina for sexual pleasure.
Humansexualbehavior -any activity, solitary or between two persons – that induces or brings sexual arousal.
SolitaryBehavior Commonly called as self–gratification or self–stimulation that leads to sexual arousal and sexual climax.
SolitaryBehavior -This takes place in personal and private as an end in itself.
Some adolescents become much more aggressive when they respond to such stimuli. The challenge is self-control.
Sociosexualbehavior - occurs between only one male and one female.
Physical contacts involving petting (hugging and kissing) is considered as an ingredient of the learning process and eventually of courtship and selection of a marriage partner.