1. What is Human Sexuality? Human sexuality is how people express themselves as sexual beings. Human sexuality has biological, physical and emotional aspects. Biologically, it refers to the reproductive mechanism as well as the basic biological drive that exists in all species and can encompass sexual intercourse and contact in all its forms. Emotional aspects deal with the intense emotions relating to sexual acts and associated social bonds. Physical issues around sexuality range from purely medical considerations to concerns about the physiological or even psychological and sociological aspects of sexual behavior.

2. Relationships Interpersonal Relationships- an association of 2 or more people. Family, friends, marriage, associates, work, clubs, neighbors, churches, etc… Intimate Relationship- A particularly close interpersonal relationship. Consists of relationships with people that we are attracted to, like and love, romantic and sexual relationships, and those whom provide and receive personal and emotional support from. Intimacy- the state of being intimate or familiar; relations of a personal or private nature.

3. Draw this table in your notes. It should take up your whole page.

4. In the first box, list characteristics that describe who you are. I am…

5. In the second box, list the characteristics you ideally want to see in the person you’re with. I am…My ideal partner is…

6. In the third box, list characteristics you typically see in the people you date/people you’re attracted to. I am…My ideal partner is… The people I have been interested in…

7. Compare blocks two and three; look at the similarities and differences between the two lists. Now….. complete the sentence in the final box.

8. I am…My ideal partner is… The people I have been interested in… I will…

9. Healthy vs. Unhealthy Talking about intimate relationships List characteristics of a healthy relationship. Make a list of the signs of a healthy relationship vs. an unhealthy relationship.

10. Healthy vs. Unhealthy A healthy relationship is when two people develop a connection based on: Mutual respect Trust Honesty Support Fairness/equality Separate identities Good communication A sense of playfulness/fondness

11. While in A Healthy Relationship You: Take care of yourself and have good self-esteem independent of your relationship Maintain and respect each other's individuality Maintain relationships with friends and family Have activities apart from one another Are able to express yourselves to one another without fear of consequences Are able to feel secure and comfortable Allow and encourage other relationships Take interest in one another’s activities Do not worry about violence in the relationship Trust each other and be honest with each other Have the option of privacy Have respect for sexual boundaries Are honest about sexual activity if it is a sexual relationship Accept influence. Relationships are give and take; allowing your partner to influence you is important. Resolve conflict fairly: Fighting is part of even healthy relationships, the difference is how the conflict is handled. Fighting fair is an important skill you help you have healthier relationships.

12. While in an Unhealthy Relationship You: Put one person before the other by neglecting yourself or your partner Feel pressure to change who you are for the other person Feel worried when you disagree with the other person Feel pressure to quit activities you usually/used to enjoy Pressure the other person into agreeing with you or changing to suit you better Notice one of you has to justify your actions (e.g. where you go, who you see) Notice one partner feels obligated to have sex or has been forced Have a lack of privacy, and may be forced to share everything with the other person You or your partner refuse to use safer sex methods Notice arguments are not settled fairly Experience yelling or physical violence during an argument Attempt to control or manipulate each other Notice your partner attempts to control how you dress and criticizes your behaviors Do not make time to spend with one another Have no common friends, or have a lack of respect for each others’ friends and family Notice an unequal control of resources (food, money, home, car, etc.) Experience a lack of fairness and equality

13. Language of Sexuality Discuss the questions below with your partner, then individually write your answers on a piece of paper. 1.Which words do you commonly use, or feel comfortable using? 2.Which words don’t you like or make you uncomfortable? What is it about these words that makes you feel this way? Do these words bring up any specific feelings? Are there words you don’t like only when certain people say them or in a specific context? 3.Draw a chart. Which words would you use with: ParentsA ChildFriendsPartnerDoctorClassmates

14. (Write definitions in your notes.) What is the difference between the definitions of SEX and GENDER?

15. Sex & Gender SexSex - Biologically a male (XY) or female (XX). - Physical anatomy. GenderGender - “Femaleness” or “Maleness.” - How you identify emotionally, internally. - Socially constructed.

16. 11 ASPECTS OF SEXUALITY (Beth Reis, 2004) 1.BIOLOGICAL SEX 2.GENDER IDENTITY 3.GENDER EXPRESSION 4.SEXUAL ORIENTATION 5.SEXUAL BEHAVIOR 6.SOCIAL BEHAVIOR 7.PHYSICAL APPEARANCE 8.BODY IMAGE 9.REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM 10.SEXUAL RESPONSE SYSTEM 11.SEXUAL VALUE SYSTEM

17. Sexual Synonyms See Document

18. AGREE/DISAGREE 1.Homosexuality is a choice. 2.Most gay men are effeminate. 3.GLBTQ youth are at a higher rate of suicide than non-GLBTQ youth. 4.Gay Civil Rights are a threat to the “American Family Values” 5.Non-Discrimination Laws/Ordinances should include protection for sexual orientation. 6.An “Out of the Closet” GLBTQ person should not be allowed to be a teacher. 7.Homosexual couples should be allowed to legally marry and/or have the same legal rights as a married couple.

19. Sex & Gender: Differentiation During fertilization, the sperm adds either an X (female) or Y (male) chromosome to the X in the ovum, determining the genetic sex.During fertilization, the sperm adds either an X (female) or Y (male) chromosome to the X in the ovum, determining the genetic sex. During first weeks of development, genetic male and female fetuses are "anatomically indistinguishable” or are in a “bipotential state.” (Testes or Ovaries)During first weeks of development, genetic male and female fetuses are "anatomically indistinguishable” or are in a “bipotential state.” (Testes or Ovaries) After 6 weeks in-utero, sex hormones kick in.After 6 weeks in-utero, sex hormones kick in.

20. Sex & Gender: Differentiation ~8 weeks of gestation, gonads of an XY embryo differentiate into functional testes, secreting testosterone.~8 weeks of gestation, gonads of an XY embryo differentiate into functional testes, secreting testosterone. Testosterone instructs external genitals to develop a penis and scrotum.Testosterone instructs external genitals to develop a penis and scrotum. Without androgens/testosterone, a fetus will naturally develop into a female.Without androgens/testosterone, a fetus will naturally develop into a female. Ovarian differentiation doesn’t occur until ~week 12 of gestation.Ovarian differentiation doesn’t occur until ~week 12 of gestation.

21. Sexual Differentiation Normal female differentiation - Mullerian duct system develops into uterus, fallopian tubes, and inner third of the vagina.Normal female differentiation - Mullerian duct system develops into uterus, fallopian tubes, and inner third of the vagina. Males - Müllerian duct-inhibiting hormone (MIH) causes duct system to regress. Androgens cause the development of the Wolffian duct system, which develops into vas deferens, seminal vesicles, and ejaculatory ducts.Males - Müllerian duct-inhibiting hormone (MIH) causes duct system to regress. Androgens cause the development of the Wolffian duct system, which develops into vas deferens, seminal vesicles, and ejaculatory ducts. By birth, the typical fetus has been completely "sexed" male or female. Hormones and genital development remain consistent with the genetic sex.By birth, the typical fetus has been completely "sexed" male or female. Hormones and genital development remain consistent with the genetic sex.

22. Sex & Gender What are the attributes of a boy?What are the attributes of a boy? What about a girl?What about a girl? Why?Why?

23. Sex & Gender What is the nature vs. nurture debate?What is the nature vs. nurture debate? What does this mean in relation to sex and gender?What does this mean in relation to sex and gender? Should parents treat their children in exactly the same way regardless of gender, or should boys be treated as such, and girls the same?Should parents treat their children in exactly the same way regardless of gender, or should boys be treated as such, and girls the same? Why?Why?

25. Relationship Picture Discussion Questions 1.Why did you select this particular picture? 2.Who is in your picture (teens, adults, parents, etc.)? 3.Describe the type of relationship the people have together. 4.In analyzing the picture, what do you notice about the people? 5.What are some advantages of having this type of relationship? Disadvantages? 6.If you were to meet these people, how would you know if they have a healthy or unhealthy relationship? 7.Do you have a similar relationship in your own life? 8.What relationships are most important to you? Do you think these will change over the years as you mature and get older?