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What I Need to Know

At the end of this module, you should be able to:

1. Identifies basic terms in sexuality (Sex, Sexuality, Gender, etc.) (H8FH-Ia-16);

2. Discusses sexuality as an important component of one’s personality (H8FH-Ia-17);
3. Explains the dimensions of human sexuality (H8FH-Ia-18);
4. Applies decision-making skills in managing sexuality-related issues (H8FH-Ih-23).

How to Learn from this Module

To achieve the objectives cited above, you are encouraged to do the following:

• Take your time reading the lessons carefully.

• Follow the directions and/or instructions in the activities and exercises diligently.
• Answer all the given tests and exercises.

What I Know
ASSESSMENT (Pre-Test)
Multiple Choice

Directions: Read and answer the questions below. Encircle the letter of your answer from the given
choices.
1. What term refers to social or cultural distinctions associated with being male, female or intersex?
a. sex c. gender
b. sexuality d. primary sex characteristics

2. Which term refers to individual differences in terms of thinking feeling and behaving?
a. gender c. sex
b. personality d. behaviors

3. How “ethical self” is viewed in human sexuality?

a. the way you look as a man or a woman c. the way you feel about yourself and others
b. the way you interact with others d. the way you value relationships

4. Which statement refers to psychological dimension of human sexuality?

a. our attitudes and feelings towards ourselves and other people
b. skills and values from people around us
c. our growth and development in general
d. our ability to reproduce or control fertility

5. Which of the following are the dimensions of sexuality?

a. mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions c. biological, socio-cultural and psychological dimensions
b. physical, social, and moral dimensions d. emotional, biological and social dimensions

6. Which factor of sexuality that involves questioning on the way we treat ourselves and other people?
a. media c. politics
b. ethics d. religion

7. Why politics affects our sexual behavior?

a. it creates policies that recognizes our human rights
b. help shapes public attitudes
c. influence feelings about morality
d. it grants awareness of the existing problems in the society
 8. Which life skill that requires practice in learning to say “no” to something that you don’t want to do.?
a. practicing wellness c. refusal skill
b. setting goals d. evaluating media messages

9. Which statement that best describe “identity crisis”?

a. unsure of your role in life c. serious condition related to eating
b. form of aggressive behavior d. . refusal skill

10. What is the term “choosing possible solutions to the problem” means?
a. gut feeling c. decision
b. intuition d. problem solving

Lesson Identifying Basic Terms in Sexuality

and Discussing Sexuality as an
1 Important Component of One’s Personality

What's In
Human Sexuality
It refers to people’s sexual interest and attraction to others. Sexuality often shapes through emotional and
sexual attraction to particular genders or sexes. It can also be experienced and expressed in many different ways like
desires, fantasies, values, behaviors, beliefs, roles, attitudes and relationships. It is a natural and healthy part of life of
being a male or a female and is an important aspect in masculine and feminine identification.
Sexuality involves your name given at birth, the toys you played in childhood, the friends you play with, the
preference of your clothes you wear, and the roles and responsibilities you play in your own home. Your family, peers,
community and the society you live with helps shape your personality. When you have a positive sexual
understanding of yourself, self-worth also improves and increases.

What Is It
Activity 1 shows the different activities and preferences you do in your childhood. As you grow older, your
choices, activities, and preferences may also vary in different ways. Sexual development is a continuous
developmental process throughout life. It contributes the major aspect of our personality for it begins from birth to
adulthood. To fully understand what sexuality is, let us define the basic terms for sex, sexuality and gender.

Sex
It refers to physiological differences found among male, female and various intersex
bodies on the basis of their reproductive organs and functions. It has two characteristics;
1. Primary Sex Characteristics – those related to the reproductive system
2. Secondary Sex Characteristics- those that are not directly related to the reproductive
system, such as breasts and facial hair.
Sexuality
It refers to people’s sexual interest in and attraction to others, as well as their capacity to have erotic
experiences and responses. It is experienced and expressed in thoughts, fantasies, desires, beliefs, attitudes, values,
behaviors, practices, roles and relationships. Sexuality is influenced by the interaction of biological, psychological,
social, economic, political, cultural, legal, historical, religious and spiritual factors. (WHO, 2006a, updated 2010)

Gender
It is a term that refers to social or cultural distinctions associated with being male, female, or intersex. It does
not exist naturally because it was generally regarded as a social construct where the concept is created by cultural
and societal norms.

Key Points:
Sex is entered on the biological basis of being a male or female which gender is socially determined based
on a person’s role and behavior. Take for example; babies born with male sex characteristics (sex) are assigned as
boys (gender); babies born with female sex characteristics (sex) are assigned as girls (gender). Sexuality on the other
hand is an integral part of what we do and who we are and the way in which we experience and express ourselves as
sexual beings.

What’s More
Sexuality as an Important Component of One’s Personality
According to the American Psychological Association, personality refers to individual differences in
characteristic patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving. It is how the various parts of a person come together as a
whole.

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 Human Sexuality is part of our overall personality. It is something that is natural and biological that develops
into personality when growing up.

Sexuality is an important component of one’s personality because it helps a person define and determine
who he/she is that can affect his/her future choices and life decisions. It is vital to have a positive outlook of yourself.
Focus on your strengths and improve your weaknesses. If you fully understand and accept yourself, you will know
what you must do to stay healthy.

What I Can Do
Activity 1: Personalized Your Wallpaper!
Directions: On the illustration, write/draw on the cell phone screen of your favorite quotations, sayings
and slogans that will describe and reveal your likes, passions and aspects of your personality. (Color your work)

Lesson Explaining the Dimensions of Human Sexuality

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Three Dimensions of Human Sexuality

There are three dimensions of human sexuality according to Greenberg, Bruess and Oswalt (2017) in their
book Exploring The Dimensions of Human Sexuality and these are the following:

Biological Dimension involves our physical appearance, especially the development of physical sexual
characteristics; our responses to sexual stimulation; our ability to reproduce or control fertility; and our growth and
development in general.

Psychological Dimension involves our sense of being and a learned aspect of sexuality. It is our attitudes
and feelings towards ourselves and other people.

Socio-cultural Dimension is the sum of the cultural and social influences that affect our thoughts and
actions. Sexual identities and experiences are acquired from, influenced and modified by an ever-changing social
environment. People acquire and assemble meanings, skills and values from the people around them.

Lesson Analyzing the Factors that

fects One’s Attitudes and Practices Related to Sexuality and Sexu
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` What’s In
You have learned in Lesson 2 about the dimensions of human sexuality. We are creating our own personal
brand through the interplay of these dimensions. In this lesson you will learn and analyze the factors that will affect
your attitudes and practices related to sexuality and sexual behaviors.

What I Need to Know

We are surrounded by social influences on our sexuality and this greatly affects our attitudes and practices.
These social influences or factors are religion, multiculturalism, socioeconomic status, ethics, the media and politics.
We will look at each factor and will revisit them throughout the lesson.

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 What’s New
Activity 2: I Am Who I Am!
Directions: Complete the words I am to create a sentence that tells about you. Use an oslo paper
and design your work.
I Am
I am (write your full name)
I am the child of (write the full names of your parents)
I am the sibling of (write the first names of your brothers and sisters, if any)
I am a believer of (write your religion)
I am happy with my friends namely (write the first names of your friends or close friend)
I am (write three descriptive words about you)
I am a (write something that your good at)
I am a (write your citizenship)

What Is It
In the activity above, you assessed yourself on how and what influences you as a person that may greatly
affect your attitudes and practices related to sexuality and sexual behaviors.

Factors that Affect One’s Attitudes and Practices Related to Sexuality and Sexual Behaviors

In the book Exploring The Dimensions of Human Sexuality, according to Greenberg, Bruess and Oswalt
(2017) these are the factors:

Religion. Religious and spiritual beliefs influence feelings about morality, sexual behavior, premarital sexual
behavior, adultery, divorce, contraception, and abortion. A study conducted at a southeastern university, showed that
both males and females who reported less frequent worship attendance and weaker religious feelings were more
likely to participate in sexual behaviors than those with more frequent worship attendance and stronger religious
feelings (Penhollow, Young, & Denny, 2005).

Multiculturalism. Cultures in different countries differ in their views of sexuality. A person’s ethnic background
is usually determined by birth and is related to country of origin, native language, race and religion. Example, in some
western countries abortion and same sex marriage is legal but it is considered illegal in our country.

Socioeconomic Status. Socioeconomic status and education also influence sexual attitudes and behaviors.
Example of this influence include low-income individuals often thinking and acting differently than middle-class
individuals, being more likely to engage in sexual activities in an earlier age and having children outside of marriage.
The poor have less access to proper health care, birth control, and care during pregnancy, day care for children, and
positive sexual role models.

Ethics. The ethics of sexuality involves questioning the way we treat ourselves and other people.
Examples of sexually oriented ethical dilemmas include the following:
 Should I or should I not participate in a certain sexual behavior?
 Is it ethical not to disclose my full sexual history to a person I’m going to marry?
 Is it ethical to engage in sexual behaviors with a person who is married?
 Is it ethical to use position of power to obtain sexual partners?
 Is it ethical to engage in same sex relationships and activities?

Media. Media help shape public attitudes on many topics on sexuality, gender roles, and sexual behaviors.
The depictions of sexuality we encounter in the media are there mainly to entertain and sell products. Consequently,
the media do not provide us with realistic depictions.
Television shows are filled with portrayals of sexual activity and “double- meaning” comments. The music
industry has countless sexual images. Listen to the words of many currently popular songs and you will hear many
sexual contents. So, choose the media that could promote sexual health by communicating accurate information and
portraying realistic situations.

Politics. Public policy affects our sexual behavior. For example, the Republic Act No. 10354 or also known
as Responsible Parenthood and Reproductive Health Act of 2012 which the State recognizes and guarantees the
human rights of all persons including their right to equality and non-discrimination of these rights, the right to
sustainable human development, the right to health which includes reproductive health, the right to education and
information and the right to choose and make decisions for themselves in accordance with their religious convictions,
ethics, cultural beliefs, and the demands of responsible parenthood.

Republic Act No. 9262 or known as the Anti-Violence Against Women and Their Children Act of 2004 that
hereby declared that the State values the dignity of women and children and guarantees full respect for human rights.
The state also recognizes the need to protect the family and its members particularly women and children, from
violence and threats to their personal safety and security. These policies will serve as the legal basis on the
implementation of the said laws.
Lesson Applying Decision-Making
4 Skills in Managing Sexuality- Related Issues
 What’s In
In this lesson you will learn to apply decision making skills in managing sexually related issues.

What I Need to Know

Teenagers often say that they find it hard to make decisions. All the time we all have to make decisions
whether it is great or small from issues like what to have for snacks to life-changing decisions like where and what
to study in college and who to marry. Teenagers are too young to decide for themselves especially on decisions
that involve sexual behavior. Decisions should be discussed with parents or any older adults so that you will be
guided on what to do.

What Is It
A decision is the act of choosing between two or more courses of action. It involves choosing possible
solutions to a problem through intuition or reasoning process or the combination of both.
Decisions need to be capable of being implemented, whether on a personal or organizational level. Always
bear in mind that in every decision you make should be partnered with responsibilities. Good decision-making skills
help you to resist peer pressure and must be practiced and exercised in resolving issues and concerns about
sexuality

The Seven Steps of Decision Making

Identify the Problem
I
Gather Relevant Information
G
Brainstorm Solutions STEP Method for Solving Everyday Problems
B
In making decisions it is best to think through
Evaluate the Consequences situations than to rush on poor solutions.
E Your brain doesn’t fully develop until around
the early 20’s and this lack of development
often leads to reckless decision-making.
Make a Choice
M
Take Action
T
Evaluate the Outcome
E

What’s More

Activity 3: Decision-Making Worksheet

Directions: Read the problems carefully, make and present at least 3 solutions to the problem. Write your
answers on the space provided in each column.

Problem
You are invited by your classmates to go swimming on Saturday, but then you
discern that your parents will not approve it, and this is the first time that you are invited by a
friend to go to the beach. You don’t want to make your friends disappointed by not going, but you
also don’t want to get in trouble with your parents. Find solutions to your
problem.
Solution 1 Solution 2 Solution 3

Problem
Your close friend Anna confided you that she’s pregnant. She needs someone to
help her and chooses you. She’s having a hard time telling her problem to her parents. How can
you help her and show support?
Solution 1 Solution 2 Solution 3

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 Activity 4: STEP Up!

Directions: Think of a sexually-related issue and solve the problem using the STEP process. Write your answers on
the box below.

Say the problem Think of the Explore Pick the best

solutions Consequences solution

Summary
Gender and Human Sexuality is indeed a very complicated issue for young people. Teenagers’ experiences
discrimination, bullying or violence and experience mental health issues as a result. It is important that teenagers
discuss gender and sexuality to their parents and other older members of the family so that issues and concerns will
be addressed properly. With proper training and guidance, teenagers will grow having a high sense of responsibility to
their actions, has good life skills, decision-making skills and a good outlook in life despite living in a volatile, uncertain,
complex and full of ambiguity world.

Assessment: (Post-Test)

Test I - Multiple Choice

Directions: Read and answer the questions below. Encircle the letter of your answer from the given
choices.

1. What is the term “choosing possible solutions to the problem” means?

a. problem solving c. decision
b. intuition d. gut feeling

2. Why politics affects our sexual behavior?

a. influence feelings about morality c. it creates policies that recognizes our human rights
b. help shapes public attitudes d. it grants awareness of the existing problems in the society

3. Which factor of sexuality that involves questioning on the way we treat ourselves and other people?
a. ethics c. politics
b. media d. religion

4. Which statement that best describe “identity crisis”?

a. The way you treat others c. serious condition related to eating
b. form of aggressive behavior d. unsure of your role in life

5. Which life skill that requires practice in learning to say “no” to something that you don’t want to do.?
a. refusal skill c. practicing wellness
b. setting goals d. evaluating media messages

6. How “ethical self” is viewed in human sexuality?

a. the way you look as a man or a woman c. the way you feel about yourself and others
b. the way you value relationships d. the way you interact with others

7. Which term refers to individual differences in terms of thinking feeling and behaving?
a. gender c. sex
b. behaviors d. personality

8. Which of the following are the dimensions of sexuality?

a. biological, socio-cultural and psychological dimensions
b. physical, social, and moral dimensions
c. mental, emotional and spiritual dimensions
d. emotional, biological and social dimensions

9. Which statement refers to psychological dimension of human sexuality?

a. our growth and development in general
b. skills and values from people around us
c. our attitudes and feelings towards ourselves and other people
d. our ability to reproduce or control fertility

10. What term refers to social or cultural distinctions associated with being male, female or intersex?
a. sex c. sexuality
b. gender d. primary sex characteristics

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 ANSWER SHEET in HEALTH Q1

Name: ___________________________________________ Grade & Section: ___________________ Score: ___________

Pre-Test:
1. ________ 6. _______
2. ________ 7. _______
3. ________ 8. _______
4. ________ 9. _______
5. ________ 10. ______

Activity 1: Personalize Your Wallpaper!

Activity 2: I Am
Activity 3: Decision-Making Worksheet

Problem
You are invited by your classmates to go swimming on Saturday, but then you discern that your
parents will not approve it, and this is the first time that you are invited by a friend to go to the beach. You
don’t want to make your friends disappointed by not going, but you also don’t want to get in trouble with
your parents. Find solutions to your
problem.
Solution 1 Solution 2 Solution 3

Problem
Your close friend Anna confided you that she’s pregnant. She needs someone to help her and
chooses you. She’s having a hard time telling her problem to her parents. How can you help her and show
support?
Solution 1 Solution 2 Solution 3

Activity 4: STEP Up!

Say the problem Think of the Explore Pick the best

solutions Consequences solution

Post-Test:

1. ______
2. ______
3. ______
4. ______
5. ______
6. ______
7. ______
8. ______
9. ______
10. _____

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Parent/s Name and Signature