The Sexual Self

Learning objectives

• To discuss and elaborate concepts associated

with the sexual self, including sex and gender;
• To identify factors that contribute to one’s
sexual development; and
• To explain how one can manifest responsible
sexual behavior.
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 Diagnostics
1. We cannot control sexual urges.
2. Our sexuality is purely biological.
3. Sexual orientations embody cognitive,
affective, and behavior domains.
4. Sex and gender are the same.
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The Socio-biological Aspects of the self

Biological
SEXUAL
SELF
• It is initially distinguished by physical attributes;
• Bodily transformations and development of
secondary sexual characteristics during
adolescence;
• Adolescents engage in sexual activity influenced by
biological and socio-cultural factors.
• Gender orientation of the adolescent may
manifest during this stage
• Adolescents have to be aware of his or her
sexuality, thoughts, and behavior, in order to
make responsible choices concerning one’s
sexual self.
 Sexual Identity and Gender Orientation
• At birth, sexuality depends on his/her
physical features and genitals;
• Most of the time, sexuality and gender
orientation correspond with each other.
• Biological sex and gender are different.
Biological sex is one’s assignment upon birth
and is dependent on physical features;
Gender is an identity that is learned and
embraced by the individual.
- It is both a personal and social construct
Gender comprises the socially related roles,
personality traits, attitudes, behaviors, and
values attributed to men and women.
Gender is anchored on societal beliefs and
norms.
 Gender roles

• It refers to societal
expectations of how men
and women should act.
• Sexual identity and gender
orientation underlie one’s concept
of self.- A person expresses
his/her sexuality through
individuality which is based in
his/her own perception of
sexuality
 The consequences of Sexual Choice

• Sexual intercourse (copulation) is the

reproductive act in which the male organ
enters the female reproductive tract.
• Adolescent couples who engage in sexual
intercourse are usually overwhelmed by the
sensations they fee during the act.
 The consequences of Sexual Choice

• Most teenagers who have sex with

their partners often rationalize the
act by claiming that they “love each
other” and are “ready to be
committed to each other.”
• If the woman is fertile during the time
of intercourse, pregnancy is likely to
occur.- which is a big responsibility.
• May lead to physical risks- adolescent’s
development, including miscarriage,
emotional stress, and health risks
(mother and infant)
• Mother dropping out of school;
• Alienation
• Other social disruptions
• Males may also face the same problems as the
female.
 What else?!
• The risk of acquiring sexually
transmitted diseases (STDs).
Common STDs- Syphilis,
gonorrhea, chlamydia, and
genital warts
 What else?!
• The most alarming STD is the
AIDS
- Acquired Immune Deficiency
Syndrome caused by the human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV)
- HIV has no symptoms in its
early stage
 What else?!
• Aside from health risks STDs may also ruin
relationships, create a negative stigma against
the person, and risk other aspects of one’s
social life.
Responsible Sexual Behavior
• Respect for one’s body;
• Maturity in thoughts and deeds;
• Being guided by one’s personal beliefs and
core values;
• Being future-oriented
 What are your thoughts to the following
questions?
Topics:
1. Do beauty pageants objectify women?
Explain your answer.
2. Are you in favor of same-sex marriage?
Explain your answer.
 CRITERIA OUTSTANDING SATISFACTORY POOR
18-20 HIGH LOW 9-11
15-17 12-14
Content Interesting content and Some interesting content; Conventional ideas or clichés gives the impression of
presentation; ideas are well points not sustained or not writing just to complete the
conceived and developed. fully developed. assignment.

18-20 15-17 12-14 9-11

Structure, Logic Logical progression of ideas Logical progression of ideas Gaps in logic or no Disorganized; appears to
and Transitions with well-executed but often lacks transitions. transitions. have been written as
transitions. thoughts occurred to the
writer.

9-10 7-8 5-6 3-4

Grammatical Appropriate level of Confined to simpler Errors frequently affect Message is largely
Accuracy complexity in syntax with sentences or structures with comprehensibility, or very incomprehensible due to
very few errors, if any. very few errors OR shows basic types of errors inaccurate grammar, which
variety and complexity in (subject-verb agreement; alters or obscures it, OR
syntax with errors that do noun-adjective agreement, reader must know English
not affect comprehensibility. etc.) to comprehend much of
the message.