The Sexual Self

THE SEXUAL SELF
This section tackles one of the most

crucial aspects of human
development, the sexual self. It
highlights biological and
environmental factors that shape
sexual development.
THE BIOLOGY OF SELF
 At birth, the sexual genital (penis for male, vagina for
female) is a biological feature that distinguishes males
from females. Moreover, during puberty, observable
changes in the human body also known as secondary
sexual characteristics begin.
 When physiological changes are trigerred within the
adolescent’s reproductive system, he or she is likely to
experience sexual urges, become more sensitive to
sexual stimuli, and feel sexual arousal.
 Humans are likely to engage in sexual activities to
satisfy sexual urges. However, the kind of sexual
activities they engage in may vary.
 A person should be aware of his/her sexuality and
sexual attributes in order to make responsible
decisions. Adolescents need to realize the importance
of having informed choices.
SEX CHARACTERISTIC
Primary Secondary
Sex Characteristic Sex Characteristic
 Physical Characteristics  Develop during the onset of
that are present at birth puberty.
 In women, this include For women, the earliest

the vagina, uterus, and evidences of puberty are the

enlargement of the breast,
ovaries.
menstrual cycle, widening of
 In men, the primary sex
hips, enlargement of buttocks,
characteristics include and growth of pubic hair.
the penis, testes or  For men, testicular growth,
testicles, scrotum and sperm production, appearance
prostate gland. of facial, pubic and other body
hair, deepening of voice.
HUMAN REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM
 The human reproductive system includes the male reproductive

system which functions to produce and deposit sperm; and the
female reproductive system which functions to produce egg
cells, and to protect and nourish the fetus until birth. Humans
have a high level of sexual differentiation.
REPRODUCTION
 The spermatozoa (sperm) and the ova contain 23 chromosomes
each. Chromosomes are threadlike structures that contain
genes.
 Genes are hereditary materials. Each genes consists of a single
molecule of deoxyribonucliec acid or DNA which is the
biochemical basis of heredity or code of heredity.
 The female has 23 pairs of X chromosomes, a male has 23
chromosomes but the first 22 pairs of X chromosomes are
called antosomes and the unpaired is called sex or Y
chromosomes.
EROGENOUS ZONES
 Are the areas of the body that are particularly responsive to
tactile pleasure parts. It can be primary or secondary.
PRIMARY EROGENOUS ZONES
Areas that contain thick concentration of nerve ending.
ex. Genitals, Buttocks, Anus, Nipples, Inner Surface Of The
Thighs, Armpits, Navel, Neck, Ears, Lips, Tongue, And Entire
Oral Cavities.
 Secondary erogenous zones are more diverse and relate to
anybody area that, when touched, can lead to sexual pleasure
or arousal in a primary erogenous zone. Similarly, some may
find feet to be secondary erogenous zones if they become
aroused in other areas when they are caressed.
HUMAN SEXUAL BEHAVIOR
 Masturbation or Solitary Sex
Masturbation is the act of touching your own
genitals for sexual stimulation and it is perfectly normal,
and can be a healthy way to learn about your body.
Masturbation or solitary sex is more often engaged in
only by those who do not have sexual outlet, an idea that
has no relation to the reality.
HETEROSEXUALITY
 Heterosexuality is romantic attraction, sexual attraction or
sexual behavior between persons of the opposite sex or
gender.
PREMARITAL SEX
 Premarital sex is voluntary sexual intercourse between
unmarried persons. Prevalence and factors associated with
premarital sexual practice in the study area are lacking.
MARITAL SEX
 Sex in marriage is the most standard and acceptable
sexual behavior, and generally the gauge of wedded bliss.
However there are many various dimensions of how to
measure the marital happiness: to some frequency of
sexual act are the common standards. As to how often
sexual act be done, depends on particular couples.
EXTRAMARITAL SEX
 Is a practice between a married person and and someone
who is not his/her spouse.
SEXUAL ORIENTATION
AND GENDER IDENTITY
 Biological sex is one’s assignment upon birth and is dependent
on physical feature. On the other hand, gender is an identity that
is learned and embraced by individual.
 Gender roles refer to societal expectations of how men and
women should act. Everyone has a basic idea of gender
roles: men are assumed to be strong and
dominant while women are perceived to be submissive and
demure.
 Sexual identity and gender orientation underlie one’s concept of
self. A person expresses his or her sexuality through
individuality; one’s belief and behavioral lifestyle are based on
his or her own perceptions of sexuality.
SEX VS. GENDER
 Primarily refers to physical  Is the composite of
attributes body attitudes and behavior of
characteristics notably sex men and women.
organ which are distinct in  Masculinity and Feminity
majority of individual. is learned and perpetuated
 Male and Female is primarily through: the
biologically determined by family, education,
genes and hormones. religion, and is an
 Is relatively fixed/constant acquired identity.
 Because it is socialized, it
through time and across
culture. maybe variable through
time and across culture.
HOMOSEXUALITY
 Are individuals who are sexually attracted to members of their own
sex. Generally, male homosexuals are called gays and female
homosexuals are called lesbians.
BISEXUALS
 Are those who are sexually attracted to the same sex and other sex
TRANSEXUALS
 Are people who believe that they are born with a body of another
gender.
ASEXUALITY
 This is another type of sexual orientation where an asexual lacks
attraction both men and women
 An asexual has little or no attraction to either men or women but
can experience sexual desire.
ANDROGYNY
 This literary means a man or woman which refer to having both
masculine and feminine traits. (Croon, 2013).
EXTREDYADIC SEX
 is having sex with someone other than one’s regular relationship
partner, like spouse, boyfriend/girlfriend.
THE CONSEQUENCES OF
SEXUAL CHOICES
 Sexual intercourse (copulation) is the reproductive act in which
the male organ (penis) enters the female’s reproductive tract
(vagina). Adolescents couples who engage in sexual intercourse
are usually overwhelmed by the sensations they feel during the
act.
 However, if the woman is fertile during the time of intercourse,
pregnancy is likely to occur and it lasts approximately nine
months before the birth of the child. Having a child entails a big
responsibility and should not merely be a consequence of an
impulsive moment. Physical risks to having an early pregnancy
may impact an adolescent’s development, including miscarriage,
emotional stress, and health risks to both mother and infant.
 Aside from pregnancy, another consequence of impulsive and
careless sexual intercourse is the risk of acquring sexually-
transmitted diseases (STDs). Among common STDs are:
 Syphilis
 Gonorrhea
 Chlamydia
 Genital Warts
 The most alarming sexually transmitted disease is the acquired

immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) caused by the human
immunodeficiency virus (HIV). It can be transmitted by contact
between broken skin, wounds, or mucous membranes and HIV-
infected blood or blood-contaminated body fluids.
 It is important that everyone makes responsible decisions with
regard to sexuality and sexual behavior. Responsible sexual
behavior entails the following:
 Respect for one’s body. It means taking care of one’s body and
avoiding activities that undermine one’s worth and respect.
 Maturity in thoughts and deeds. It refers to being objective,
rational, and calm, instead of being swept by one’s emotion.
 Being guided by one’s personal beliefs and core values. Everyone,
especially an adolescent, should always be grounded by his/her
personal principles and self-worth.
 Being future-oriented. Instead of focusing on the present, a person
should always weigh his or her present actions with possible
consequences in the future.

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THE SEXUAL SELF

This section tackles one of the most

the vagina, uterus, and evidences of puberty are the

 The human reproductive system includes the male reproductive

 The most alarming sexually transmitted disease is the acquired

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