Anatomy and Physiology of the Female Reproductive System and Male Sex Organs, Quizzes of Psychology of Sex

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TERM 1 Female external sex organ DEFINITION 1 Vulva TERM 2 Mons Veneris DEFINITION 2 Fatty cushion resting over the front surface of the pubic bone Becomes covered in hair can be sensitive to stimulation TERM 3 Labia Majora DEFINITION 3 Outer lips extend from the mons and meet at the perineum outer surface is covered with hair inner surface is hairless and contains oil glands fills with blood during sexual arousal TERM 4 Labia Minora DEFINITION 4 two hairless skin folds between the labia majora and the vestibule look different from woman to woman form the hood of the clitoris TERM 5 Clitoris DEFINITION 5 cylindrical shaped organ made of erectile tissue glans, shaft and the internal crura Lots of nerve endings highest concentration of nerve fibers in the body only organ whos purpose if for sexual pleasure TERM 6 Clitorectomy DEFINITION 6 surgical removal of the clitoris. TERM 7 Vestibule DEFINITION 7 name for the entire region between the labia minora contains: opening of the urethra and the vagina and the ducts of the Bartholin Glands TERM 8 Urethral Meatus DEFINITION 8 Opening of the urethra located between the vagina and clitoris TERM 9 Introitus DEFINITION 9 entrance of the vagina TERM 10 Hymen DEFINITION 10 fold of tissue that covers the vagina at birth usually open in the center for menstrual flow can be broken by horseback riding or riding a bike TERM 21 Cervix DEFINITION 21 lower portion of the uterus containing the opening or os. leading into the uterus during childbirth the cervix softens and the os dilates TERM 22 Fallopian Tubes DEFINITION 22 Extend laterally from the side of the uterus once a month an ovum is swept into the fallopian tubes and is pushed through inner surface is covered by hairlike projections LOCATION FOR FERTILIZATION TERM 23 Infundibulum DEFINITION 23 the trumpet shaped curve that the fallopian tubes create TERM 24 Fimbriae DEFINITION 24 finger like projections at the end of the fallopian tubes accept ova when they are released sweeps an ovum into the fallopian tubes TERM 25 Ovaries DEFINITION 25 2 almond shaped structures attached to either side of the uterus produce ova and MANUFACTURE HORMONES TERM 26 Follicle Stimulation Hormone and Luteinizing Hormone DEFINITION 26 FSH and LH are released by the PITUITARY gland during each menstrual cycle causes about 20 follicles to begin to mature TYPICALLY only 1 follicle bursts to release an ovum TERM 27 Breasts DEFINITION 27 aka mammary glands contain 15 to 20 lobes, made of compartments that contain ALVEOLI (milk secreting glands) TERM 28 Skin DEFINITION 28 Largest sexual organ of all TERM 29 Female Puberty DEFINITION 29 lasts 3 - 5 years begins around 8 years old (African American girls generally start earlier) Girls begin to ovulate around 11 years old 80% of menstrual cycles are anovulatory during the first year of menstruation TERM 30 Menarche DEFINITION 30 the start of menstruation TERM 31 Menstruation DEFINITION 31 monthly release of blood and tissue from uterine lin about every 28 days TERM 32 Follicular phase DEFINITION 32 first phase in the menstrual cycle begins after menstruation follicles mature in the ovaries TERM 33 Ovulation Phase DEFINITION 33 second phase in the menstrual cycle ovum is released 14th day TERM 34 Luteal Phase DEFINITION 34 third phase of the menstrual cycle small gland called the corpus luteum forms on the ovary and secretes progesterone and estrogen, which increases the thickness of the endometrium TERM 35 Amenorrhea DEFINITION 35 absence of menstruation TERM 46 Hormone Replacement Therapy DEFINITION 46 administration of hormones in the for of cream, pills.... ect found to not be a good idea in the long run TERM 47 Endometriosis DEFINITION 47 occurs when endometrial cells migrate to places other than the uterus cause is still unknown TERM 48 Toxic Shock Syndrome (TSS) DEFINITION 48 acute fast developing disease that can result in multi organ failure TERM 49 Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome DEFINITION 49 approximately 7% of pre menopausal women get this causes cyst formation on the ovaries TERM 50 Uterine Fibroids DEFINITION 50 hard tissue masses in the uterus affect 20-40% of women 35 and older more common in African American womes TERM 51 Vulvodynia DEFINITION 51 chronic vulvar pain and soreness TERM 52 Douching DEFINITION 52 don't be one and don't do it changes the pH levels in the vagina TERM 53 Brest Cancer DEFINITION 53 most prevalent cancer in the world 1 in 7 American women get it Treatment: Radical mastectomy (removal of breast) lumpectomy (removal of tumor and some surrounding tissue) Radiation and Chemotherapy TERM 54 Uterine Cancer DEFINITION 54 1 in 130 American women get this pap smears during pelvic exams test for this high cure rates because it is fairly easily detectable TERM 55 Endometrial Cancer DEFINITION 55 cancer of the lining of the uterus TERM 56 Ovarian Cancer DEFINITION 56 most deadly of all gynecologic Cancers has very few symptoms treatment is the removal of the ovaries TERM 57 Male External Sex Organs DEFINITION 57 Penis Scrotum TERM 58 Penis DEFINITION 58 contains the urethra, which carries urine and semen to the outside engorges with blood composed of 3 cylinders which contain sponge like tissue (no muscle or bone) TERM 59 Corpora Cavernosa DEFINITION 59 two cylinders lie on the upper side of the penis TERM 60 Corpus Spongiosum DEFINITION 60 central cylinder lies on the bottom and contains the urethra TERM 71 Sperm Development DEFINITION 71 Spermatogonium to spermatocytes to spermatids TERM 72 Composition of a Sperm DEFINITION 72 head - contains an enzyme aiding in fertilization of the egg mid-piece - generates energy flagellum (tail) - moves the sperm TERM 73 How long does sperm formation take???? DEFINITION 73 about 72 days men produce 300 million sperm a day TERM 74 Testosterone Production DEFINITION 74 occurs in the Leydig cells TERM 75 Epididymis DEFINITION 75 comma shaped organ that sits on top of the testicle immature sperm mature here for about 10-14 days TERM 76 Vas Deferenes DEFINITION 76 carries sperm from testes to the urthra TERM 77 Seminal Vesicles DEFINITION 77 glands adjacent to the ampulla that provide nutrition for the sperm and make up 60-70% of the volume of the ejaculate TERM 78 Ejacutlatory Duct DEFINITION 78 where the vas deferens and the duct form the seminal vesicles merge straight tube that passes into the prostateq TERM 79 Prostate DEFINITION 79 walnut sized gland that sits on top of the bladder secretes 25-30% of ejaculate higher pH to help compensate for vagina acidity TERM 80 Ejaculation DEFINITION 80 first stage - stimulation build to a threshhold second stage - leads to contractions, expulsion of semen and orgasm after ejaculation - arteries supplying blood to the penis narrow and the penis goes limp TERM 81 Ejaculate DEFINITION 81 about 1- 2 teaspoons (2-5 milliliters) 50-150 million sperm per milliliter TERM 82 Man Breast DEFINITION 82 mostly muscle experience sexual pleasure from nipple stimulation TERM 83 Gynecomastia DEFINITION 83 development of abnormally large mammary glands in males resulting in breast enlargement. TERM 84 Male Puberty DEFINITION 84 during male early life testes do not produce sperm or testosterone around 10 the hormonal cycle begins testes increase in size testosterone increases spermatogenesis begins @ 12 but ejaculation of mature sperm isnt until 13-14 TERM 85 Andropause DEFINITION 85 occurs in men in their 70's or 80's spermatogenesis decreases reduction in testosterone ejaculate becomes thinner TERM 96 Benign Prostate Hypertrophy DEFINITION 96 an enlarged prostate natural occurrence becomes a problem when it block urine TERM 97 Roseto Effect DEFINITION 97 term used to describe connections among people in a town (Roseto) town had a strong sense of community and loyalty to one another connections were shown to reduce stress and improve health TERM 98 Romantic Love DEFINITION 98 also called passionate love blooms in the initial euphoria of new attachment to a sexual partner TERM 99 Compassionate or Conjugal Love DEFINITION 99 romantic love must develope into this if a relationship is to continue involves feelings of affection, attachment and intimacy includes development of trust, loyalty, and willingness to sacrifice TERM 100 Colors of love DEFINITION 100 JOHN ALAN LEE suggest that more forms of love exist than just romantic and compassionate love Came up with 6 basic ways to love lover with the same ways of loving will be happier TERM 101 Eros DEFINITION 101 romantic love TERM 102 Ludus DEFINITION 102 art of seduction TERM 103 Storge DEFINITION 103 calm love that build over time TERM 104 Mania DEFINITION 104 consumed by the thoughts of the beloved TERM 105 Pragma DEFINITION 105 realistic love TERM 106 Agape DEFINITION 106 true love selfless never demanding TERM 107 Robert Sternberg DEFINITION 107 love triangle different ways of combining passion intimacy and commitment TERM 108 passion DEFINITION 108 sparked by physical attraction and sexual desire drives a person to pursue a relationship TERM 109 intimacy DEFINITION 109 feelings of closeness, connectedness and bondedness in a loving relationship TERM 110 Commitment DEFINITION 110 decision to love someone for the long term TERM 121 Hatfield and Sprecher DEFINITION 121 Passionate Love Scale TERM 122 Behavioral Reinforcement Theories DEFINITION 122 we love because another person reinforces positive feelings in ourselves we like people we associate with feeling good and love people if the association is very good TERM 123 Cognitive Theories DEFINITION 123 love is based on a paradoxical theory "why am i with her so often?........ I must like her! TERM 124 Physiological Arousal Theories DEFINITION 124 love is a physiological reaction (similar to fear or anger) TERM 125 Schachter and Singer DEFINITION 125 emotion happens when there is general physiological arousal for whatever reason TERM 126 Dutton and Aron DEFINITION 126 found that men who were approached by a female in a scary environment were more attracted to her` TERM 127 Evolutionary Perspectives DEFINITION 127 love developed from: *need for protection *instinct to protect *sexual drive love is evolutionary process for us to pass on our genes TERM 128 Biological Theories DEFINITION 128 Pheromones TERM 129 Divorce DEFINITION 129 DOES NOT PUT CHILDREN AT AN OVERALL DISADVANTAGE IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF LOVE RELATIONSHIP TERM 130 Intimacy Repertoire DEFINITION 130 set of behaviors we use to forge close relationships throughout our lives TERM 131 Attraction DEFINITION 131 people fall in love with others who share a common ground physical attractiveness is a big part men value looks more and like younger women value $ more an like older TERM 132 Casual sex DEFINITION 132 More common today that years ago TERM 133 Self love DEFINITION 133 you have to accept yourself before you can accept another TERM 134 Receptivity DEFINITION 134 allows the other person to be comfortable and makes us approachable TERM 135 Listening DEFINITION 135 listening enhances intimacy TERM 146 What is the first sign for most that they are beginning puberty? DEFINITION 146 the sign of breast buds, pubic hair and widening of the hips TERM 147 fellatio DEFINITION 147 Fellatio is oral sex performed upon the penis. TERM 148 Cunnilingus DEFINITION 148 Cunnilingus is the act of using the mouth, lips, and tongue to stimulate the female genitals. TERM 149 Average age for first heterosexual intercourse DEFINITION 149 17 TERM 150 homosexuals feel that ______ is like losing their virginity DEFINITION 150 ANAL SEX TERM 151 Casual dating is more common than formal dating now DEFINITION 151 Definition TERM 152 Cohabitation Advantages DEFINITION 152 move into marriage slowly learn more about the other person no legal binding contract TERM 153 Cohabitation Disadvantages DEFINITION 153 may not get support form the family partners may want different things people can become cut off from friends TERM 154 common law marriage DEFINITION 154 if you live together for long enough the state will consider you married TERM 155 Co-marital Sex DEFINITION 155 consenting of married couples to sexually exchange partners often called swingers or polyamorists TERM 156 polygamy DEFINITION 156 having more than one spouse at a time TERM 157 Polyandry DEFINITION 157 practice of having more than one husband at a time TERM 158 Consanguineous Marriage DEFINITION 158 woman marries her own relative to maintain integrity of a family property TERM 159 Vermont was the first state to legalize gay marriage in 2000 DEFINITION 159 Definition TERM 160 Defense of Marriage Act DEFINITION 160 state chooses is gay marriage is ok