1. Adolescent Sexuality
Sexual ______, _____________, and ___________
Learning how to _____________manage sexual arousal and attraction
Early initiation of sexual activity linked with affiliation with __________and _____________
Need for sexuality education-what do we know about abstinence-only education?

2. Behavioral Changes Drug and _______ use High risk ________ behavior
Binge drinking
Abuse=causes problems ________
________=causes ________
High risk ________ behavior
adolescent ________
incidence of sexually transmitted diseases (sexually transmitted infections-STIs)

4. Cognitive Changes ________operational thought (Piaget)- ________
Adopting new ways of ________, codes of conduct and clarifying ________.
________operational thought (Piaget)- ________
Abstract thinking
Idealistic
________
Deductive= ________ conclusions based on general premises

5. Criteria for Mate Selection…
________
Values
Educational level
Socioeconomic level
Extended family
Age
Dr. Fox’s presentation: educated women

6. Partner relationships/control
Principle of Least Interest
Individual ________ interested or ________ dependent upon the relationship has the ________ control
examples

7. Conflict & Violence in Dating
Causes of conflict/issues
________
Differences in commitment level
Insufficient time to be together
Differences in background
The balance of ________ in the relationships
Sexual denial

8. Conflict & Violence in ________ (IPV)
Rates of physical aggression
________ in couples who were
________
low socioeconomic level
reported ________

9. Violence in Dating… Pay attention to behavior during dating stage
51% of abused wives reported that they were physically abused during the dating stage
Warning Signs
____________________________________________________________________

10. Living Together Cohabitation:
Defined by government as ____________ sharing same living quarters in a partnership-type arrangement
Broader definition includes same-sex
Dramatic increases since 1970s due to less social stigma, sexual revolution
Higher rates among people from divorced parents
________ influences decision to cohabitate
Discuss reasons given for cohabitation

11. Considerations of Cohabitation
Cohabitation is often a less committed, more autonomous relationship than a legal marriage, but can be just as complicated…
If living together doesn’t work out, couples still have issues to resolve
________
Cohabitation, like marriage, should not be entered into lightly

12. Sexuality Education
Sexuality plays critical role in healthy couple relationships
Evidence that sexual attitudes and behaviors differ in other countries
US society talks more openly about sex
Beliefs
Values
Behaviors
Sexual Identity or Orientation:
Heterosexual/Homosexual
Bisexual
Transgender

13. Definitions/Goals Sexuality: _____________ concerning sexual activity
Sex: the quality by which organisms are ________ on the basis of their reproductive organs and functions; activities _____________ Sexuality education: facts vs. myths; positive self-image; healthier/more satisfying/safe relationships

14. Sexuality & Early Adult Development
____________—on a ________ : enduring pattern of ________ ___________________or some combination of these to another person
Most likely determined by a ________ of genetic, ________, cognitive, & ________ factors
An individual’s sexual orientation—same-sex, heterosexual, or bisexual—is determined by a combination of genetic, hormonal, cognitive, and environmental factors

15. Sexuality… __________________________________
Are you protecting yourself?
Viral and bacterial STIs
Chart on Bb-you only need to understand the differences between the _________________________

16. Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs)
Are you protecting yourself?
Viral STIs
Genital warts - HPV
HIV – AIDS
Herpes – genital
Hepatitis B
Bacterial STIs
Chlamydia
Gonorrhea
Syphilis
Gardisil 16

17. Suggestions for Adults Regarding Sexuality Education
Be an ________ Adult
Offer ________ Information that is ________
Keep it ________

18. Suggestions for Adults Regarding Sex Education
Enhance ________ and ________
Keep ____________ Channels Open
Ask ________

19. Suggestions for Adults Regarding Sexuality Education (continued)
Learn ________ Information
Inform About ________ Sexes
Build Ability to Set ________
Use Available, ________ ________

20. Suggestions for Adults Regarding Sex Education (continued)
Assist Child in Becoming a Problem-Solver and Decision- Maker
Discuss Values/Attitudes
Continuing, On-Going Process
To build self-esteem and the ability to set clear boundaries.
To support young people’s efforts to understand and effectively communicate feelings.

21. Goals of Sexuality Education
To assist in locating reliable resources.
To recognize diverse social and family values with respect for cultural contexts.

22. Sexuality Issues and Communication
Sexuality Education
Life-long process
Family issue
Often a difficult communication issue
Often no role modeling or positive learning experiences
Multi-focus programs generally more successful than abstinence only
Alcohol use and risky behavior prevalent

23. Intimacy What does the word, “intimate” mean to you?
Why is intimacy important?
What is the relationship between intimacy and a healthy sexual relationship?
How can you improve your intimacy with another person?
What is the relationship between intimacy and a healthy sexual relationship?
The Importance of Communication
It Takes Some Learning to Communicate
How Women and Men Communicate
Theories in Gender Differences
The Effects of Sexual Orientation on Communication
The Effects of Culture on Communication
Types of Communication: More than Words
Nonverbal Communication
Computer Mediated Communication
Communicating More Effectively
Self-Disclosure
Asking for What You Need
Good communication is related to happier, more satisfied couples and increases the probability the relationship will last
Communication cultivates emotional intimacy, understanding, love
Relationship problems often due to poor communication, creating anger & frustration
Poor communication skills
Lack of self-disclosure
Poor listening skills

24. Intimacy Familiar; personal; private; close
Can you have an intimate relationship with someone without having sexual relations with that person?
Self-disclosure=innermost thoughts, feelings, desires, beliefs
Critical in a healthy relationship; vulnerable
Too much disclosure too soon=risky
Share own experiences.

25. Good lovers are.... Sensitive to their partner’s needs
Able to communicate own desires
Patient
Caring
Confident
Keep in mind that men and women can have different views of the same sexual behaviors and techniques

26. I-statements to build intimacy
I-statements: way of communicating about a problem that indicates the speaker’s feelings, beliefs, or values to another person without accusing the other person of being the cause of the problem.
I feel...
ignored when I talk to you but you are still looking at the television.
I believe...
that you are interested in other people when you “check them out.”
an assertion about the feelings, beliefs, values etc. of the person speaking, generally expressed in a non-threatening manner;

27. Listening Skills
When your partner is finished, _______________________
Reduce _________________________
Happy couples have 20 positive interactions for every negative one
Set ground rules-avoid:
________ (“always”, “never”)
Be specific about complaints
________
Overkill
Including too many issues in the talk
______________

28. The Importance of Communication
Communication cultivates emotional ________ understanding, love
Relationship problems often ______________ creating anger & frustration
Poor communication skills
Lack of self-disclosure
Poor listening skills