Chapter 8-12

Compared to other forms of hormone based birth control, the Pill's typical use failure rate is the lowest.

false

what makes for an attractive face and body?

feminine faces in women

a profound impact on whether we find someone attractive or not?

first kiss

As suggested by the "________ hypothesis," the cessation of the menstrual cycle while a female is at full physical capacity allows her to devote precious time and resources (namely food and knowledge) to their adult children, which in turn allows them to be better parents.

grandmother

Which of the following should a pregnate women avoid?

hot tubs

fellatio

oral stimulation of a man's genitals

cunnilingus

oral stimulation of the female genitals

During the plateau stage, the building of the _____ refers to the thickening and tightening of the outer third of the vagina from vasocongestion as well as the tightening of the surrounding pelvic floor muscles.

orgasmic platform

What is the name of the hormone released by the pituitary during orgasm that contributes to intense feelings of pleasure and sexual bonding?

oxytocin

Compared to physical methods of birth control, behavioral methods:

produce fewer side effects

Joe and Mary just met a week ago. They both are very attracted to each other and can't stop thinking about each other. They haven't discussed any kind of commitment yet, though. According to Sternberg, what kind of love does this couple share?

romantic love

Sternberg's theory, love that combines high amounts of passion and intimacy would be defined as:

romantic love

What theory suggests that we prefer those who reflect back to us an image of ourselves that matches our own self views?

self-verification theory

gay men were most aligned with whom when rating their attractions?

straight women

what did researchers use in a study of attraction to substantiate the claim that women are attracted to men of different immunological makeup?

sweaty t shirt

The male reproductive system relies on a negative feedback loop, meaning that as _______ rises above a certain level, the hypothalamus and pituitary are triggered to stop producing GnRH, FSH and LH.

testosterone

Which of the following statements about sperm is correct?

they are susceptible to attack by antibodies once in the female vagina.

Rubbing of the vulva or clitoral area against partner's thigh or vulva.

tribadism

Which of the following findings concerning attraction is supported by research?

Propinquity leads to liking

Which of the following is true about the second trimester?

Qickening starts to occur

Which of the following is most important in maintaining passion in long term relationships:

Relationships that enable each partner to occasionally explore and enjoy the world on their own also experience more passion in their relationship

the relationship between testosterone and sexual arousal?

Replacing/adding testosterone as a therapy can increase sexual arousal in men who suffer from having too little testosterone.

Diaphragm

Requires a medical appointment for fitting.

vibrator

Requires batteries and provides sensation that does not simulate sex.

A female is most likely fertile if:

Her cervical os is soft and open.

Although his boyfriend treats him well, is attractive and funny, Kyle still feels like there must be something else better out there. Kyle probably has a:

High comparison level

Which type of physical method of birth control has the lowest typical use failure rate?

IUD

Which is false for the Plateau phase of the sexual response cycle?

vaginal walls contract

When the body is fully at rest, after ovulation the _ temperature increases by half a degree.

basal

GnRH

causes pituitary to release LH and FSH

Which type of physical method has the worst typical use failure rate?

cervical cap

describes the relationship between propinquity/familiarity and attraction?

closer we are to someone the more attracted we are

The vagina undergoes the following changes during arousal

color change, lubrication, vasocongestion

Amanda is deeply committed to her partner. She has been in a relationship with him for over a decade. They share stories and very personal information about themselves. Over the past five years, however, both parties have lost interest in maintaining a sexual relationship. According to Sternberg, what type of love are they experiencing?

compassionate

After two years of a relationship most couples experience: (select all that apply)

decrease in passionate love increase in commitment

menstural cycles are...

normal if the hormonal events occur in the proper sequence.

Which of the following signals that a female is pregnant?

Hagar's signs including a softened uterus and changes in color of the labia and cervix. Very high levels of hCG in the blood. The detection of a fetal heartbeat using an ultrasound.

What is the typical progression order of menstration?

Follicular Ovulation Luteal Destruction

Fingering

Fondling of vulva with fingers or hands.

What is the correct definition of 'Braxton-Hicks'?

Generally painless contractions

male condom

Good STI protection and is easily reversible. High typical use failure rate.

female condom

Grants female more control and protects agains STIs. Many find aesthetically unappealing.

How often are epidurals used for vaginal delivery?

Half of the time

content of sex fantasies

-Their content frequently reflects the type of healthy sexual behavior we already engage in. -Their content frequently contains sexual acts that the person would never literally wish for in actual life.

follicular phase of menstrual cycle

-first phase begins when menstrual flow stops -follicles mature -increase GnRH=increased FSH and LH -increased estrogen=endometrial lining vascularization

When compared to male vasectomy, female tubal ligation

3x more common but more in depth surgical procedure, more expensive too

Which of the following is true about sexual fantasies?

50% of women have rape fantasies

Within the U.S., the majority of abortion patients are how many weeks pregnant at the time that they have the abortion?

8w or less

In erotophilic (sex positive) cultures, menstruation is likely to be viewed as:

A rite of passage into womanhood.

FSH

A tropic hormone produced by the anterior pituitary gland that targets the gonads. In females, FSH stimulates the ovaries to develop follicles (oogenesis) and secrete estrogen; in males, FSH stimulates spermatogenesis.

Spoons

Accommodates illness/fatigue/pregnancy.

Rear entry

Allows for more direct stimulation of G-Spot.

Woman on top

Allows woman to better control rhythm of thrusting.

concerning pregnancy outcomes in the U.S.?

An unplanned pregnancy is more likely to result in abortion than a planned pregnancy. An unplanned pregnancy is more likely to result in a miscarriage than a planned pregnancy. About half of pregnancies in the U.S. each year are unplanned.

Individuals with a(n) __ attachment style typically experience a fear of abandonment and feel that their needs are not being met in their relationship.

Anxious-Ambivalent

Avoidant

Avoid sex or use it as a way to prevent true intimacy.

Which is true about the resolution phase of the sexual response cycle?

Breathing rate and heart rate go back to normal steadily.

Lubricant

Can be water or silicone or oil based.

the shot

Can't be removed once injected.

Which of the following best finished this sentence? Research suggests that compared to vaginal orgasms, clitoral orgasms:

Cause blood flow to be more concentrated around the clitoris.

Which of the following is the name of the liquid the mother's breast produces BEFORE it starts producing milk?

Colostrum

Sternberg's Theory of Love, Companionate Love is high in:

Commitment, intimacy

Which of the following hormones is matched with the likely physiological cause of PMS symptoms?

Decreased estrogen - carbohydrate metabolism, intensified craving for sweets.

the pill

Easy to use and grants female more control. Can lead to hormone-related side effects such as weight gain and moodiness.

Erotophobia is correlated with which of the following behaviors or emotions?

Embarrassment in obtaining male condom Higher likelihood of unplanned pregnancy Avoidance of sex during menses

Which of following is true regarding postpartum psychosis?

In very rare cases, it leads the mother to commit suicide or infanticide

Which of the following occurs during the plateau phase?

Increase as well as decrease in arousal

What are the risk(s) associated with being pregnate 42 weeks and beyond? (select all that apply)

Increase need for c-section, Placenta cannot give enough nutrience to baby

Which of the following contribute to PMS? (select all that apply)

Increases in oil lead to pimples. Cramps are caused by prostaglandins.

Dildos

Inserted into vagina or anus to enhance sensation.

Which of the following is true regarding sex during menstruation?

It can lead to an decrease in uterine cramping if the female experiences orgasm.

What is true about GnRH?

It stimulates the release of gonatropins.

Joe and Lisa have been married for 30 years and are very committed to one another. One night, Lisa comes home from work and is very upset about something her boss said. Joe stays up all night with Lisa, comforting her and providing support. According to research on communal relationships and Equity Theory, what would we predict Joe expects in return for his support of Lisa

Joe feels good about helping Lisa because he cares about her. He expects nothing concrete in return but knows if he ever needs Lisa she will be there for him.

he destructive phase (menses) includes all of the following except:

Low levels of prostaglandins.

LH

Luteinizing hormone, ovulation and egg release, maturation of egg, release of testosterone in males.

At about day 26, the blastocyst will form chorionic villi which sprout from the blastocyst's outer membrane and:

Make contact with the maternal blood supply.

Identify the orgasm myths

Males cannot have multiple orgasms. Women don't experience 'blue balls.'

Which of the following is the medication used to cause abortions/miscarriages?

Mifepristone

erotic doll

Most expensive and customizable type of sex toy.

Missionary (Man on top)

Most likely to lead to conception/pregnancy.

Which of the following is considered sexual touching?

Mutual Masturbation Tribadism outercourse

What does research suggest is true about sex and happiness?

Of all the activities people do sex brings some of the greatest happiness Sex is pleasurable because the parts of the brain responsible quiet down making people more in the moment The amount of happiness from sex is consistent across vary sex and gender.

Equity theory predicts that the following variables will lead to an unhappy relationship:

One partner feels like they receive more support than they are able to give. Both people feel like they only give part of themselves to the relationship, and have no need to give more.

Which of the following statements is INCORRECT regarding attachment theory and sex?

People cannot change their attachment style.

Research on sex and disability has uncovered which important fact?

Sex is a whole-body experience. The brain has a profound ability to reorganize following injury. The brain's ability to reorganize functionality following injury is profound.

Margaret Sanger

She blamed her mother's early death on the high number of pregnancies she had to bear. Her publications included the titles Woman Rebel and Birth Control Review. She provided critical funding that enabled the founding of the future Planned Parenthood.

The destructive phase (menses) includes all of the following except:

The breakdown of the endometrium. Contractions of the uterine myometrium. Low levels of progesterone and estrogen. NOT Low levels of prostaglandins.***

What is true about the menstral cycle?

The closer a female gets to menopause, the longer her cycles.

Use sex to manipulate people/engage in risky sex

anxious ambivalent

Hook ups that are entered into autonomously lead to better well being than those entered into non-autonomously. Which of the following factors would make a hook up a non-autonomous decision?

The person is so drunk or high that they can't intentionally make the choice to hook up. The person is hooking up in hopes that their partner will then commit to a relationship. The person is hooking up to make their old girlfriend/boyfriend jealous.

Which of following is true about menses?

The risks for a female who engages in sexual activity during menstruation are slightly greater than at other times her cycle

Which of the following is TRUE regarding multiple orgasms?

They are far more common in women than men Individuals descend to the plateau phase of genital arousal between multiple orgasms In men, only the last orgasm is accompanied by ejaculation while the previous ones are typically "dry"

Which of the following is true about the menstrual cycle?

They are normal if the hormonal events occur in the proper sequence.

Which of the following statements about sperm is correct?

They are susceptible to attack by antibodies once in the female vagina.

In general, people are more likley to masturbate if...

They're highly educated.

Which of the following physiological response occurs during the orgasm phase of the male sexual response cycle?

Urethra, anal sphincter, and prostate gland contract

Secure

Usually enjoy good sex lives.

True or False: Abortion is associated with higher level of negative psychological consequences as compared to natural birth.

abortion does not increase a women's risk of getting breast cancer post-abortion syndrome has been used to describe a mixture of negative feelings that women and girls allegedly experience following abortion The negtive feelings after abortion are short-lived

patch

long acting

who is more likely to orgasm?>

males