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Gender and Human Sexuality. Key Concepts. Gender and Human Sexuality. Sex—Biological dimensions of maleness or femaleness, and physical activities (such as intercourse) Gender—Psychological and sociocultural meanings of maleness and femaleness. Key Concepts.
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Gender and Human Sexuality Key Concepts
Gender and Human Sexuality • Sex—Biological dimensions of maleness or femaleness, and physical activities (such as intercourse) • Gender—Psychological and sociocultural meanings of maleness and femaleness
Key Concepts • Gender Identity—Self-identification as either a man or a woman • Sexual Orientation—Primary erotic attraction toward members of the same sex (homosexual, gay or lesbian), both sexes (bisexual) or the opposite sex (heterosexual) • Gender Role—Societal expectations for normal and appropriate male and female behavior • Sexual Behavior—activity in response to attraction