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• Sexual self


  An individual's understanding, perception, and expression of their sexuality, desires, preferences, and identity
• Sexuality


  A complex and multifaceted aspect of human identity that encompasses biological, physical, emotional, social, and cultural elements. It includes sexual orientation, gender identity, attraction, desire, and sexual expression and behavior.
• Sex


  • The biological characteristics that define organisms as male or female, including physical and genetic traits like reproductive organs, chromosomes, hormones, and secondary sexual characteristics
• Primary sexual characteristics


  • The physical traits directly related to reproduction, including the penis, testes, ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, and vagina
• Understanding and acknowledging genital diversity is important for promoting body positivity, reducing stigma, and helping individuals recognize the natural range of human anatomical variation
• Secondary sexual characteristics


  • The physical traits that differentiate between males and females but are not directly involved in reproduction, such as facial hair, deepening voice, increased muscle mass, breast development, and body hair growth
• Sex hormones


  Chemicals that primarily influence the development and function of reproductive organs and secondary sexual characteristics, including estrogens, androgens, and progesterone
• Differences of Sexual Development (DSD)


  A medical or diagnostic term used to describe a wide range of conditions where the development of chromosomal, gonadal, or anatomical sex is atypical
• Intersex


  An umbrella term that encompasses a diverse range of natural variations in sex characteristics, including chromosomal, gonadal, or anatomical differences that don't fit typical definitions of male or female
• DSD/Intersex variations


  • Chromosomal (e.g. XXY, XO)
  • Gonadal (e.g. atypical testes, ovaries, or both)
  • Anatomical (e.g. ambiguous genitalia or a mixture of both male and female genital characteristics)
• The brain's role in human sexual behavior


  • It plays a fundamental role in desire, arousal, orgasm, satisfaction, and the overall sexual response through neural pathways, hormones, and psychological factors
• Sexual orientation


  An individual's emotional, romantic, or sexual attraction to others, including heterosexuality, homosexuality, bisexuality, pansexuality, and asexuality
• Heterosexual


  • Taylor Swift
  • Daniel Radcliffe
  • Kathryn Bernardo
• Homosexual


  • Ice Seguerra
  • Jim Parsons
  • Ellen DeGeneres
• Bisexual


  • Angelina Jolie
  • Michelle Dee
  • Kristen Stewart
• Asexual


  • Isaac Newton
  • Nikola Tesla
  • Marilyn Monroe
• Contrary to popular belief, the sex of an individual does not determine their sexual orientation or gender identity
• Gender identity


  The gender that an individual personally identifies with and the way they express their gender through behavior and personal appearance, including cisgender, transgender, and non-binary/genderqueer
• Transgender


  • Kevin Balot
  • Ice Seguera
  • Jake Zyrus
• Genderqueer


  • Demi Lovato
  • Cara Delevingne
• Gender expression


  The external presentation of an individual's gender identity, encompassing how someone expresses their sense of gender through behavior, clothing, hairstyles, mannerisms, voice, or other outward attributes
• Types of gender expression


  • Feminine
  • Masculine
  • Androgynous
• The process of understanding and expressing one's gender identity begins at an early age, and parents should be open to each of these possibilities
• Masculine


  Presenting oneself in a manner traditionally associated with masculinity, which may involve wearing typically male clothing, having a certain haircut, displaying assertive behaviors, or adhering to societal expectations of masculinity
• Androgynous


  Blending aspects of both traditional feminine and masculine presentations or deliberately expressing oneself in a way that doesn't conform to binary gender norms. Androgynous expression can involve clothing, hairstyles, and behaviors that are a mix of both genders
• Understanding and expressing gender identity


  1. Begins at an early age

  2. Parents assume the gender identity of their baby and make choices for their child regarding how they express their gender identity

  3. Child may continue to express their gender accordingly or identify with another gender

  4. Parents should be open to each of these possibilities
• Gender identity


  • Linked to one's personal understanding and expression of their identity
  • Does not determine the sexual orientation of an individual
• Alex


  • Romantically attracted to people of any gender but feels uncomfortable with traditional gender labels
  • Prefers wearing a mix of clothing typically associated with both men and women
• Alex's sexual orientation and gender identity


  Might identify as genderfluid or non-binary
• Jordan


  • Assigned male at birth
  • Comfortable with it and prefers wearing clothes assigned to the male sex
  • Attracted to people of the same sex, for instance, his friend Martin
• Jordan's sexual orientation and gender identity


  Might identify as homosexual and cisgender
• Sam


  • Identifies as a woman
  • Exclusively attracted to men
  • Enjoys expressing her femininity through dresses and makeup
• Sam's sexual orientation and gender identity


  Might identify as heterosexual and cisgender
• Taylor


  • Identifies as a woman
  • Comfortable with her sex assigned at birth
  • Never experienced sexual attraction to anyone and never seen herself in a relationship
• Taylor's sexual orientation and gender identity


  Might identify as asexual and cisgender
• Understanding Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Expression (SOGIE) stands as a cornerstone of fostering inclusivity, equality, and compassion within society
• Gender Roles


  • Societal expectations, behaviors, and attitudes that are typically associated with individuals based on their perceived or assigned gender
  • Culturally defined and can vary across different societies and historical periods
  • Encompass a set of norms, behaviors, and responsibilities that are considered appropriate or typical for males and females within a specific culture
• Gender Stereotypes


  • Oversimplified and often generalized beliefs or assumptions about the attributes, characteristics, behaviors, and roles that are expected or deemed suitable for individuals based on their gender
  • Deeply ingrained in cultures and can influence perceptions, behaviors, and societal expectations
• Gender Stereotypes for Males


  • Expected to be strong, assertive, and dominant
  • Encouraged to suppress emotions and show toughness
  • Expected to pursue careers in certain fields like engineering or leadership positions
  • Discouraged from displaying vulnerability or engaging in activities perceived as feminine
• Gender Stereotypes for Females


  • Expected to be nurturing, caring, and empathetic
  • Encouraged to prioritize appearance and beauty
  • Expected to pursue careers in fields like nursing, teaching, or caregiving
  • Discouraged from being assertive or displaying traits associated with leadership that are often seen as masculine