Sexuality Supplement to Accompany Essentials of Health and Wellness James Robinson, Ed.D., FAAHE Deborah J. McCormick, Ph.D.

Understanding Growth and Development

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.3 Objectives 1.Identify the major endocrine glands and explain the function of each 2.Describe the endocrine glands that have important roles in human development and reproduction 3.Discuss the onset of secondary sex characteristics of males and females (continues)

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.4 Objectives (continued) 4.Explain the major changes needed in the reproductive structures of males and females to be able to reproduce 5.Explain the relationship between the menstrual cycle and fertilization 6.Discuss the importance of prenatal care during pregnancy

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.5 Introduction Becoming an adult involves many physical changes Emotional changes are also a normal part of maturing Responsible decisions about sexual behavior are based on values and accurate facts about sexuality and reproduction

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.6 Sexuality Defined as sexual personality Refers to your sexual values, attitudes, and behaviors Begins to develop during adolescence Does not mean the same as “sex” or being “sexually active”

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.7 Influences on Sexuality Family –Love –Affection –Communication Friends School Church Media

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.8 Responsible Sexual Development Part of maturing is to develop sexuality in a healthy manner Use health literacy skills to make good decisions Issues involving sexuality should be based on your values

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.9 Physical and Chemical Changes of Adolescence Sexual attraction Physical attractiveness Sexual orientation

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.10 The Endocrine System Endocrine glands – eight in the body 1. Pituitary 2. Pineal 3. Thyroid 4. Parathyroid 5. Thymus 6. Adrenal 7. Pancreas 8. Testes (males), ovaries (females)

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.11 Male Reproductive System Structures Reproductive functions Caring for the male reproductive system

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.12 Female Reproductive System Structures Menstrual cycle Menopause Fertilization Prenatal care Pregnancy

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.13 Teens and Sex Risks associated with sexual activity –Emotional risks –Sexually transmitted infections (STIs) Teen births –35% of teen females become pregnant at least once before age 20 –Problems associated with teen pregnancy

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.14 Birth Control Family planning Birth control Contraception –Withdrawal, spermicide, female condom, male condom, diaphragm, cervical cap, pill, patch, Depo-Provera, Lunelle, emergency contraception Abstinence

© Copyright 2005 Delmar Learning, a division of Thomson Learning, Inc.15 Summary Sexual development is a normal part of becoming an adult Understanding sexual development, reproduction, and contraception does not mean teens are expected to be sexually active Family, church, and personal values, along with health literacy skills, form the basis for making decisions about sexual abstinence, family planning, and birth control