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(p. 232) Is sexual orientation predisposed by biological factors? yes
(p. 273) When should you teach children words such as penis and vagina? blahhhhhhhhh
(p. 229) What are theories regarding homosexuality according to social learning theories? blahhhhhhhh
(p. 234) How does the American Psychiatric Association classify homesexuality? blahhhh
17. Know Sigmund Freud’s influence on sexuality. (p. 22) ---
(p. 238) Know the important task for an adult regardless of their sexual orientation. blahhhhh
(p. 227) How is a bisexual person defined? blahhhhhh
(p. 218) What is it meant by two-spirit? blahhhhhh
(p. 228) Does whether one conforms or not conform to gender stereotypes predict sexual orientation? blahhhhhh
(p. 199) What hormone must be absent, for an embryo to develop into a girl? testosterone
5.19. Worldwide, HIV is spread most commonly by? (p. 119) ---
2.1. What are the external female genital collectively known as? (p. 35-36) vulva
5.14. Know the symptoms, causes, and how AIDS is diagnosed (p. 113) ---
2.5. Know what factors determine breast size. (p. 39) develop w/estrogen heredity
5.6. How many stages does syphilis have? (p. 104) 4
4.2. Know the correct sequence for Masters and Johnson’s sexual response cycle. (p.78) unaroused excitement plateau orgasm
4.14. What does multiple orgasm mean? (p. 86) ---
(p. 143) How does spermicide work as a form of birth control? Kills sperm.
(p. 177) Know the two invasive techniques that are used to detect problems in the fetus. Chorionic villus sampling Amniocentesis
(p. 151) What is the most effective type of birth control? Oral contraceptive???
(p. 141) What does the fertility awareness method attempt to predict? When ovulation occurs.
15. Which branch of the media has research found to be the most powerful for socializing sexual attitudes and beliefs for teenagers? (p. 18-19) TV
3.12. In terms of risk for pregnancy, when is the safest phase of the menstrual cycle to have sexual intercourse? (p. 68) menstration
5.12. What is the chief reason that women should get regular checks if that have genital HPV? (p.112) ---
2.6. Know the most common type of cancer found in women. (p. 40) breast
2.23. What is the most common cancer of the nonskin type in men? (p. 54) prostate
3. In the United States, what factors influence sexual attitudes? (p. 9) religion education SES
3.17. What are some of the problems associated with taking anabolic steroids? (p. 73) ---
22. What are the problems associated with using surveys in sex research? (p. 25) Faulty recall. Exaggeration.
10. What were the popular beliefs of the Victoria era as it relates to sex and women. (p.12-13) ---
5.8. What areas of the body are susceptible for the transfer of the herpes virus? (p. 107) anywhere?
5.21. Know the type of vaginitis that is considered to be a sexually transmitted infection. (p. 123) trichomoniasis
4.20. Why do most substance that have a reputation for enhancing sexual desire work? (p. 93) ---
4.18. When is the difference in penis size most apparent? (p. 91) flaccid
4.5. In humans, what causes an erection of a man’s penis? (p. 79) excitement phase
5.11. What are the signs and symptoms of HPV infection? (p. 111) ---
1. Define sexuality (p. 1) attitudes feeling and behaviors
(p. 151) What is the most popular method of birth control among Americans? birth control pill
(p. 204) Sex refers to? Gender refers to? sex=biology gender=social construction of femininity and masculinity
(p. 175) What are potential affects of a baby if a women use alcohol during pregnancy? Emotional problems, learning disabilities, inability to cope in school.
4.21. What is the affect of alcohol on sexual performance? (p. 93) ---
3.6. What is the average length of a women’s menstrual cycle? (p. 61) 28
2.24. What is the most important part of the brain for sexual function? For sexual behavior and reproduction? (p. 55) hypothalamus hypothalamus/pituitary gland
2.15. What is the thin capsule, which contains each egg? (p.47) primary follicle
2.11. Know the normal indicators of a healthy vagina. (p. 43) musky odor
(p. 227) What are the components of sexual orientation? affective, behavioral, and self-identity
(p. 227) What is the gender identity of the vast majority of homosexuals and bisexuals? the same as heterosexuals
(p. 169) Know how an ectopic is formed. implantation outside of uterus
(p. 189) What is infertility usually due to? What are the causes of low sperm count? 40% men 40% women 20% both partners low sperm count - endocrine problems, drugs, marijuana, radiation, and infection.
(p. 271) Who is the primary source for sexual learning for most teenagers? peers and media
(p. 201) Define hermaphroditism. A person born with both male and female reproductive systems as a result of failure of the primitive gonads to differentiate properly during embryonic development.
(p. 211) Define Socialization. Define Stereotypes. Which parent is more likely to prompt stereotypes? The process of internalizing society's beliefs; the manner in which a society shapes individual behaviors and exceptions of behaviors.
(p. 205) What does biological determination mean? biological influences are believed to set predetermined limits to the effects of cultural influences
(p. 175) What drugs may cross the placental barrier and harm an unborn baby? Cocaine, opiates... everything basically.
3.15. What condition signifies endometriosis? (p. 71) endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus
5.16. Where does studies state that HIV-1 originated from? (p. 115) nonhuman primates - chimps
3.2. What makes ups the endocrine system? (p.60) network of ductless glands
3.14. What are the symptoms of premenstrual syndrome (PMS)? (p. 69) bloating, breast tenderness, constipation, headaches, depression, anxiety, tension, lack of concentration
(p. 231) Know the recent studies regarding the relationship between homosexual men and the number of older brothers. homosexuals have more older brothers than heterosexuals
(p. 275) What method should be used to discuss sex? be askable and accepting
(p. 232) When do hormones likely affect one’s sexual orientation? 2nd and 5th month of pregnancy
(p. 149) Know what forms of birth controls are considered a barrier method. condoms, cervical caps, diaphragms, sponges, and dental dams
4.1. What research methods were used by Masters and Johnson to study sexual response? (p.77) direct lab observation and measurement
4.3. How is desire experience according to Helen Kaplan? (p. 79) specific sensations which move the individual to seed out, or become receptive to, sexual experiences
5.2. What causes sexually transmitted infections? (p. 100) usually but not always sexual activity
25. What are the most effective method of preventing teenage pregnancies and sexually transmitted infections? (P. 29) comprehensive sex ed abstienence plus
5.20. What are Public Lice? (p. 121) parasite Phthirus pubis - crabs
(p. 173) When is it safe to have sexual intercourse during pregnancy? before the last 4 weeks
(p. 141) Know the effectiveness of breast-feeding as a form of birth control. first 6 months is less than 2%
5.13. What are the symptoms of molluscum contagiosum? (p. 113) dome-shaped growths usually 1-5mm in diameter and look like small pimples filled with kernels of corn
3.5. What is oxytocin associated with? (p. 61) milk release, labor and orgasmic contractions, erotic attraction and touch
4.10. What does Rosemary Basson claim motivates a women’s sexual desire? (p. 83) from wanting to enhance emotional closeness to the partner
(p. 146) What is the best description of a female condom? intravaginal pouch - a 7-inch long polyurethane bag
(p. 236) Know the procedures involved in “coming out”. admitting to oneself that one has a homo or bisexual orientation. Get to know other homosexuals. Tell family and friends Complete openness about one's homo or bi sexuality.
(p. 242) What does the American Medical Association recommends regarding treatment for homosexuality? Emotional problems of gays are due to alienation in an unacceptable environment.
(p. 143) How does the Billings method work as a form of birth control? You monitor the consistency of vaginal mucus. Clear and slippery a day or two before ovulation.
5.7. What are the outcomes of untreated syphilis? (p. 105) organ damage and possibly death or insanity
3.18. What does castration in sexually experienced men cause? (p.74) sex drive and behavior are drastically or completely suppressed
4.15. Know the facts regarding the Grafenberg spot (G-spot). (p. 88) 10% of less of women have it
3.7. What is the 1st day of a women’s menstrual cycle? (p.61) customary - start of menstration actual - after menstration on day 5
(p. 276) Should your values be included when discussing sex with your children? you can emphasize but do not preach or try to dominate
(p. 206) What is gender dysphoria? Define transsexual. The feeling of being trapped in a body of the opposite sex.
16. What does the research suggest regarding children and teenagers who watch television shows with a lot of sexual content? (p. 20-21) more likely to f*ck at an earlier age
(p. 146) How does a diaphragm work as a form of birth control? A large, dome-shaped rubber cup with a flexible rim that fits over the cervix. Prevents the passage of sperm into the uterus.
4.17. What are some of the reasons cited regarding the cutting of female’s genitals. (p. 89) clit is evil, poisonous, or will grow into a penis. control women economically and sexually and as personal objects