Unit 2 – The Biological, Sexual, and Physical Self

Pretest

Answer the following by writing the letter of the correct answer on the space before the

number.

__A___ 1. What is the most effective method of contraception that is 0% fail?

a. Abstinence b. Calendar c. BBT d. Cervical Mucus

__D___ 2. What is the oldest method of contraception?

a. Cervical Mucus b. Symptothermal c. BBT d. Coitus Interruptus

__B___ 3. This surgery is done to a male which is executed through small incision made on each side of
the scrotum.

a. Cervical cap b. Vasectomy c. Tubal Ligation d. BBT

__B___ 4. How many chromosomes are there in an egg cell?

a. 20 b. 23 c. 30 d. 46

__D___ 5. Where does fertilization occur?

a. ovary b. uterus c. cervix d. fallopian tube

__B___ 6. Which of the following statement is true?

a. XX indicates male b. XY indicates male

c. XO indicates male d. X- indicates male

__C___ 7. The sperm is capable of fertilizing the egg for ____ hours after ejaculation.

a. 24 – 32 b. 12 – 24 c. 24 – 48 d. 12 – 20

__A___ 8. When someone sneezes, what is the best way to respond?

a. Say “God Bless you” b. Offer a tissue

c. Do nothing d. Ask if he/she is okay

__A___ 9. How many times should you comb or brush your hair?
 a. at least twice a day b. at least three times a day

c. once a day is enough d. at least five times a day

__A___ 10. What do you call to the sum of totality of the person, its mind, body, and spirit?

a. Sexuality b. Physicality c. Spirituality d. Psychology

Activity No. 1 – Research Analysis on Biological and Social Factors of Self

Learning Activities

Research a study on the biological and social factors of the self (there are many pieces of research
related to this topic on the internet). Give a copy of the abstract of the research and the source/link.
Analyze the research study by showing your appreciation and criticism of the work. Make your analysis
research-based (meaning do not simply give your assumptions without basis) or you may refer your
assumptions on the reading materials of this module. You may follow the outline below to show your
analysis.

Title of the Research: Biological and Social Predictors of Long-term Geriatric Depression outcome

Authors: David C. Steffens, Carl F. Pieper, Hayden B. Bosworth, James R. Macfall, James M. Provenzale,
Martha E. Payne, Bernard J. Carroll, Linda K. George, and K. Ranga R. Krishnan

Source/link:https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/international-
psychogeriatrics/article/abs/biological-and-social-predictors-of-longterm-geriatric-depression-
outcome/5449549C931C90340F5EB59C2D7AE8F3

1. Research Problems

Determine if Biological and social factors are related to depression

2. Methods Used
 Structures Interview
 Clinical Diagnosis (for depression diagnostics)
 Data Review
 Mixed model data analysis
3. Findings
 Montgomery Asberg Depression Rating Scale scores decrease steadily over time. In a final HLM
model, in which time since entry, a baseline time indicator, age, gender, education and Mini-
mental State Examination score were controlled, subjective social support, instrumental ADL
impairment, subcortical gray matter severity, and the interactions of time with social network
and with subcortical gray matter lesions remained significantly associated with MADRS score.
(Stephen, D. et Al,. 2005)
4. Conclusions

Both social and biological factors at baseline are associated with longitudinal depression severity
in geriatric depression.

5. Appreciation to the research work

I really appreciate that this research work is not theory dependent, instead, the researchers
created a study wherein there are actual scientific real biological mediators such as the addition
of subcortical gray matter as a variable if the depressive parts of their brain are degrading or
not. Further, I also appreciate that the researchers produced a study with strong methods,
acquiring clinical help from people that are experts in neurology, like the usage of the MADRS
and the clinical diagnosis to assure if the participants/respondents are depressed clinically.

6. Criticism to the study

The scope of the study is too narrow. It would be much interesting if they include younger ones/
respondents to create a more generative results and conclusion.

Activity No. 2 – The Artificial and Natural Method of Family Planning

With your readings on the natural and artificial methods of contraception, evaluate the advantages and
disadvantages of these methods. Write your answers on the table below.

Method of Contraception Advantages Disadvantages

Artificial Methods  There is a physical proof  Since these methods

of this method, thus, used devices, tools,
there will be in injections, and any
secureness and anxiety. other materials that are
 Much more accurate artificial and foreign,
than actual method. the body might have a
 Artificial method of negative reaction.
contraception does not  The method might also
 meddle on individuals meddle the menstrual
sex life. cycle of the ladies.
 A couple of artificial  For the methods that
method of requires material or
contraception are easy devices insertion,
to take such as oral cramps, inflammation,
contraceptive. and any other negative
 Implanted artificial repercussions may
contraceptives such as endue.
IUD and vaginal rings  Infections may occur
works immediately  Sometimes these
upon input. methods are deemed as
 A few artificial messy or highly
contraceptives last long. convenient.
 This may affect the
biological stance of the
user.
 Could be costly.
Natural Methods  Cost-free except for a  The practice of safe sex
few selections. will be kicked out.
 No foreign material  A lot of these methods
usage means that there are not reliable.
are no worries for
infections.

Assessment

The ways of enhancing the physical image are presented in Topic 3. Make a story in a form of a collage
that tells ways of enhancing the physical image. Think of a theme that best represents the physical
image. Make the layout of your photos into a beautiful story. Remember that collage making is an art
piece, be creative.

A. Fill in the Blanks

1. The gland that aids in egg maturation and causes the release of egg from the ovary is the pituary
gland.
2-3. The most important part of the sperm is the head since it contains the Nucleus required to form a
new organism.

4-5. If an egg splits into two parts then continue to grow Identical twins will result. But, if there are two
eggs released and fertilized independently fraternal twins result.

6. It is claimed that drug taking and alcoholism is a disease, thus brain regions play an important role in
addiction and that there are abnormalities in these regions.

7-8. Alcohol, cannabis, opiates, and tranquilizers are common depressants while ketamine, magic
mushroom, and cannabis are hallucinogens.

9. Subdermal implants are rod – like implants that is embedded in the upper arm right under the

skin which is effective for 3 to 5 years

10. HIV is a kind of sexually transmitted infections that can damage the immune

system and raise the risk of contracting other viruses or bacteria and certain cancers.

B. Student Blog Project

Update the blog that you made in Unit 1. This time make a blog on proper attitude in asocial situation –
what we call etiquette. This attitude creates a good image and makes us feel good about ourselves. You
have read in the last part of this unit, the different ways of maintaining a good image through social
etiquettes. You may use points listed here or research new and additional ways on the internet. You may
post pictures and text, just make sure these are all clear and readable. Again, use your creativity in doing
this project. You may use the box below as your draft.

LINK TO MY VLOG :
https://www.blogger.com/blog/post/edit/1062188351171069722/6589276224798466609

PERSONAL INSIGHT

This unit was lengthy, but I really enjoyed the topics. I walked in the memory lane in the biological
section of this unit. I have learned all about the biological, physical, and sexual self of an individual. I
have also learned how each facet are important and what are their main concepts and functions. I have
also learned how they are related to each other and their interdisciplinary features, along with other
aspects of the humankind such as social and cultural aspects. In total, this unit is a bit draining to take in,
but the gain or the learning is quite satisfying.