Kent Louise A.

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PSYCH031 Understanding the Self Lesson 7: The Sexual Self Performance Task

1. Take the Multi-dimensional Sexual Self-Concept Questionnaire:

Write a paragraph consisting of10 –15 sentences about your results and your thoughts and
feelings about them.

As a result of the test, I received a maximum score of 3.8 in the category measuring my motivation
to avoid from engaging in possibly harmful sex. As there are many sexual diseases in the headlines
today, I do take care with my sex. In terms of sexual optimism, which measures how much you
anticipate that future sexual interactions will be enjoyable, I received a score of 3.8. Since we live in
a modern age where social media and the internet exist and the subject of sex is rapidly gaining
attention as it keeps appearing on our screens, interest only develops. I recognize that having sex is
a pleasurable act for an adult, and the sensation is well imprinted in my mind. My lowest score,
which represents how much I think about sex, is 0.4 for sexual-preoccupation. It's probably true that
I have such mental control over having sex thoughts because my parents have trained me to be
respectful and formal both physically and mentally. It's probably true that I have such mental control
over having sex thoughts because my parents have trained me to be respectful and formal both
physically and mentally. The test's remaining scores are eye-openers in terms of who I am. I'm glad
to see that my parents have raised me to be a more formal thinker and actor as a man. Additionally,
this test aids in my mental and physical development as a man, which is necessary for me to initiate
sex at the appropriate moment.

2. Write a reaction paper composing three paragraph sabout the dissertation entitled A Test of a
Conceptual Model of Sexual Self-Concept and its Relation to Other Dimensions of Sexuality.

Sexuality-related concerns did seem essential prior to reading The Conceptual Model of Sexual Self-
Concept and its Relation to Other Dimensions of Sexuality. I believed that the problems should only
be dealt with personally and not discussed. I assumed that my sexual orientation and feelings were
predetermined and not dependent on deliberation. I made spontaneous emotional decisions
regarding my sex that were not properly thought out. I lacked a frame of reference by which to
evaluate my sexual choices. As I think back on my earlier experience, I now regard the course as
freeing because it provided me with the information on which to base my sexual choices. Gender
and sexuality appeared to be interchangeable, acquired traits that a person had no control over. I
may now consider how these pressures have shaped my identity and every other facet of my life.
The expressions "love" and "attraction" were cliches with clear-cut meanings. Negative relationship
experiences appeared to be merely a piece of bad luck, whereas difficulties in relationships and
romance appeared to be clear.

I now understand these challenges and how they affect my relationship thanks to the
principles I learned through reading. I now comprehend the beginnings, growth, and maintenance of
love intimacy. Today, I understand every aspect of the sexual experience and can shape it in the
proper ways rather than allowing the forces of sexuality to just affect me without my knowledge. A
crucial aspect of human existence is sexuality. Relationships, careers, and other aspects of our lives
are all influenced by our sexuality. The course made the case against the widely held belief that
human sexuality has little to do with science. Throughout deciding on one's sexual orientation, the
critical thinking skills one develops in the course are crucial. Understanding attraction and love, the
impact of our surroundings, and historical perspectives on our sexuality are crucial for appreciating
and making decisions about our sexuality.
 I want to improve my mental and physical discipline in terms of my sexual self because I
have learnt so much about it, avoiding having sex with strangers or anybody else since, at my age, it
has an impact on both the body and the psyche. I need to recognize the value system in making
moral choices. I never would have thought, though, to use critical thinking when making sexual
choices. I believed that decisions about sexuality were made based on feelings and emotions rather
than logic. Additionally, I perceived a conflict and incompatibility between sexuality and value
systems. This issue has become clearer thanks to the course. I've come to understand that moral
principles and critical thought can and should always be applied while making sexual judgments.
Future value systems will play a significant role in my choice of sexual orientation. They provide a
foundation for me to make decisions and assess my sexual desires. I firmly believe in moral
behaviour. It assesses the ethical implications of any activities and holds that all decisions should be
founded on reason.