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After successful completion of this unit, you should be able
to:
1. Describe the different self within a person
2. Enumerate different religions
3. Discuss the characteristics of a digital self
4. Compare natural and artificial methods of
contraception
5. Name the Filipino markers
"Beauty is when you can appreciate
yourself. When you love yourself, that’s
when you’re most beautiful.”
- Zoe
Kravitz
Did y o u k n o w ?

It is necessary to comprehend various

components that make up one's identity to
understand the self. Physical appearance,
possessions, beliefs, and online identity may
all define distinct aspects of oneself.
Puberty
Puberty is the stage of
development at which individuals
become sexually mature.

It is the period of life when the

reproductive organs grow to their Note: Gonadal Hormones are
adult size and become functional regulated by hormones secreted
by the pituitary gland in the
under the influence of rising levels brain. Hormones that are
of gonadal hormones. responsible for stimulating the
gonads to produce sex hormones.
Diseases Associated with
the Reproductive System

Infections are the most common problem

associated with the reproductive system in adults.

Vaginal infection Prostatitis

• imbalance of bacteria or yeast in the vagina • inflammation of the prostate gland
 Urethritis
• Is inflammation of the urethra

Epididymitis
• Inflammation of the epididymis
 Orchiditis
• Inflammation of one or both testicles.

Sexually Transmitted Diseases

• STD’s are infections transmitted from an
infected person to an uninfected person
through sexual contact.
 Gonorrhea
• STI caused by bacteria.
• Infect the urethra, rectum, throat, and eyes.

Human papillomavirus
• Common virus that can infect the skin and
mucous membranes.
• Many different types, some can cause genital
warts, while others can lead to cervical cancer.
 Genital Herpes
• STI caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV).
• Cause painful sores or blisters on the genitals,
buttocks, or thighs.

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

(HIV)
• Virus that weakens the body's immune system,
making it more susceptible to infections and
diseases
• Spread through bodily fluids like blood, semen,
and vaginal fluids
Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome
(AIDS)
• Most severe stage of HIV infection.
• Weakened immune system,

Chancroid
• STI caused by bacteria.
• It causes painful sores on the genitals, often
with a soft, raised edge.
 Chlamydia
• common STI caused by bacteria
• Infect the urethra, cervix, rectum, and eyes.

Herpes Simplex Virus

• Common virus that causes sores or blisters,
usually around the mouth (oral herpes) or
genitals (genital herpes)
 Syphilis
• STI caused by bacteria.
• Symptoms; painless sores to serious health
problems if left untreated.

Trichomonas Vaginalis
• Tiny parasite that causes a common sexually
transmitted infection called trichomoniasis.
 Vaginal Infections
• The natural balance of bacteria in the vagina is
disrupted, causing discomfort, discharge, and
sometimes odor.

Adrenal Tumors
• Growth in one of your adrenal glands, which are
small glands near your kidneys.
 Retroverted Uteri
• Uterus is tilted backward towards the spine
instead of forward like it usually is.

Diabetes
• Body can't properly regulate blood sugar levels.
 Prostatitis
• Inflammation of the prostate gland, a small
gland in men that produces fluid for semen.

Senile Changes of the Vagina

• Natural changes that occur as women age.
• These changes include thinning of the vaginal
walls, reduced lubrication, and decreased
elasticity.
 Cardiovascular Problems
• Issues with your heart and blood vessels.

Ejaculatory Impotence
• Ejaculatory dysfunction condition
• Difficulty or is unable to ejaculate during sexual
intercourse.
 Premature Emission (PE)
• PE is when a man ejaculates sooner than he or
his partner would like during sexual activity.

Vaginismus
• Muscles around the vaginal opening
involuntarily spasm, making it difficult
or impossible to have vaginal
penetration.
 Erectile Impotence
• Erectile impotence is an outdated term for
erectile dysfunction (ED).
 The Erogenous
Zones of the Body
* Parts of the body that are primarily receptive
and increase sexual arousal when touched in a
sexual manner.

*Describe areas of the body that are highly

sensitive to stimuli and are often sexually
exciting.

*Some of the commonly known erogenous

zones are the mouth, breasts, genitals,
anus, skin, neck, thigh, abdomen and feet.
 Human Sexual Behavior
• defined as any activity – solitary, between two persons or in a
group
• includes sexual arousal.

Types of Human Sexual Behavior

1. Solitary Behaviour
involving only one individual.

2. Sociosexual Behavior
involving more than one person.
Could be heterosexual or homosexual.

Human Sexual Response

Sequence of physical and emotional occurrences
when the person is participating in a sexually
stimulating activity.
 Roles of Hormones in Sexual
Activity

The Hypothalamus, also known as the area of the brain that produces
hormones for such as sexual functioning. The pituitary gland, also referred to
as the “master gland” because through the hormones it produces, it monitors
and regulates many bodily functions such as sexual/reproductive development.

1.Oxytocin- are hormones that are

produced in the hypothalamus and are
released in the bloodstream by the
pituitary gland.
Roles of Hormones in Sexual
Activity
2. Follicle-Stimulating Hormone (FSH)- it
triggers the growth of eggs in the ovary and
prepares it for ovulation and it also promotes the
5. Estrogen and Progesterone- it typically
maturation of ovarian follicles which is why it’s
regulates female motivation to engage in
responsible for ovulation in females.
sexual behavior.

3. Luteinizing Hormone (LH)- it causes the

-Estrogen is the hormone that regulates the
testicles to make the hormone testosterone, which
menstrual cycle.
is important for making sperm.

-Progesterone supports pregnancy.

4. Vasopressin- is involved in he male arousal
phase as it acts centrally in territorial aggression,
mate guarding and pair bonding in males.
The Three Stages of Falling
Other Concepts
in Love

Lust- is marked by physical attraction.It is driven

by a hormonal desire for sexual gratification which Coitus- a sexual intercourse between male and
is the reason for craving sexual satisfaction that female genitalia accompanied by rhythmic
movements.
makes humans seek out sex partners.
Sexual Desire- is the force or feeling about
Attraction- crave for your partner’s presence. It is wanting to engage in sexual activities.
associated with the excitement feeling and cravings
for emotional connection with the partner. Sex Drive- or libido, is the desire or motivation
in seeking sexual activities.

Attachment- involves the desire to have a lasting Brain- the largest sex organ, it integrates
commitment with your significant other. It is when you psychological, emotional, and physiological
think that person is what they call “the one”, as they aspects, influencing desires, thoughts, and
give you the feeling of calmness, security, and comfort reactions during sexual activity.
 Other Concepts
• Sex- is the activity for being physically
• LGBTQ+(Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
intimate with your partner.
Transgender, Queer or Questioning)- “+”
represents additional sexual orientations and
• Sexual Orientation- refers to a person's gender identities. It is an inclusive term for a
overall sexual orientation or attraction toward broad spectrum of identities beyond traditional
partners of the same sex, the opposite sex, or gender and sexual norms.
both sexes.
• Gender Identity- refers to an individual’s
internal sense of their own gender, which may Family Planning
or may not align with the sex they were
assigned at birth. -It involves making informed decisions about when to
is involved in he male arousal phase as it acts have children, how many to have,
centrally in territorial aggression, mate guarding and how to manage reproductive health to achieve
desired family goals.
and pair bonding in males.
 Natural and Artificial
Methods of Contraception

1.Periodic abstinence: Refraining from sexual

Natural Method intercourse during a woman’s fertile period to
Natural Family Planning (NFP) is a prevent pregnancy.
method that relies on observing and 1.1. Rhythm (calendar) method: Predicts fertile
tracking the body's natural days based on the length of past menstrual cycles.
physiological signs and changes to 1.2. Basal body temperature (BBT)
identify when a woman is fertile or monitoring: Tracks slight changes in body
infertile. This helps couples plan or temperature to determine ovulation and identify
prevent pregnancy without the use of fertile days.
hormonal or artificial contraceptives. It 1.3. Cervical mucus (ovulation) or Billings
is also known as a fertility-based method: Observes changes in cervical mucus to
method. identify the fertile phase of the menstrual cycle.
 Artificial Methods
Natural and Artificial -Hormonal contraceptives are an
effective family planning method that
Methods of Contraception alters hormone levels to prevent
ovulation, disrupting the normal
menstrual cycle and reducing the
Natural Method 1.Oral
chancecontraceptive
of pregnancy. (pill): A daily
2. Use of breastfeeding or pill that contains hormones to
lactational amenorrhea: Relies on prevent pregnancy.
the natural infertility that occurs during 2.Transdermal contraceptive
breastfeeding to prevent pregnancy. patch: A skin patch that releases
hormones to prevent pregnancy.
3. Coitus interruptus: Also known as 3.Vaginal ring: A flexible ring placed
withdrawal, it involves pulling out the in the vagina that releases
penis before ejaculation to prevent hormones to prevent pregnancy.
sperm from entering the vagina. 4.Subdermal implants: Small rods
inserted under the skin that release
hormones to prevent pregnancy.
 Natural and Artificial
Methods of Contraception

Artificial Methods 8. Diaphragm: A dome-shaped barrier

6. Intrauterine device (IUD): A small placed over the cervix to block sperm.
device inserted into the uterus to 9. Cervical cap: A small cap that fits
prevent pregnancy. tightly over the cervix to prevent sperm
7. Chemical barriers: Substances that entry.
kill or block sperm to prevent 10. Male condoms: A sheath worn on
fertilization. the penis to block sperm from entering
7.1. Spermicides: Chemicals that kill the vagina.
sperm. 11. Female condoms: A pouch
7.2. Vaginal gels and creams: inserted into the vagina to prevent
Substances applied in the vagina to sperm from reaching the egg.
block or kill sperm.
 Surgical Methods

Vasectomy: A surgical procedure for

male sterilisation where the vas
deferens are cut or sealed to prevent
sperm from entering the semen.

Tubal ligation: A surgical procedure

for female sterilisation where the
fallopian tubes are cut, tied, or blocked
to prevent eggs from reaching the
uterus.