CHEMISTRY OF

LUST,LOVE AND
ATTACHMENT
 S H A P E S A N D YOU:
Choose A S h a p e

*level headed and

*Idealist and visionaries *self-sacrifice and
practical minded * love sex,, wine
*high expectation have a good heart
*happiness is very and pleasure
from their self and simple *patient
people around then *they are very *meditative and don’’t
committed to their task
feel lonely even their
*achievers,, leaders and do it well with
alone
are in this category pleasure
*have a big heart
*Mostly managers are
Triangle born of this type Cross Circle
people
people
Square people people
Have you ever
stopped for a
second to think
about the science
and psychology of
falling in love or
why you are
falling in love with
that special
T h e Three S t a g e s of
Lo v e

STAGE 2: ATTRACTION STAGE 3: ATTACHMENT

STAGE 1: LUST
This is the first stage of love This is the phase when a person When a couple passes through
and is
driven the sex actually starts to feel the love the two stages of love
by
testosteron hormones, This is the amazing time when you successfully, the time of
e and
men and women. estrogen are truly love struck and can think bonding with each other
in
Testosterone and estrogen boththe
are of a little else becomes powerful.
Attachment is a bond helping
two
basic types of hormone Scientists think that 3 the couple to to take their
main neurotransmitters are relationship to advance level. It
present equally in men and
involve
stage; Adrenaline, in this instigate the feeling of bearing a
women’s body that excites the
dopamine serotonin and children and falling in love with
feeling of lust within the brain
W H AT C A N W E DO?
Understanding the science of lust, attraction and attachment can
help you more develop more realistic expectations of your
relationship.
Below are some tools to guide you through the stages of love:
[Link]’t mistake lust for love
[Link] the dopamine fl owing in a long- term relationships by
having date nights, studying your lessons or going on trips in which
you do novel things and exciting things together.
3. Keep the oxytocin fl owing by writing cards or sending text
messages, think of
your partner when he/she is not around, share your hopes and dreams
and support those of your partner.
4. If you’re the jealous, controlling type, start developing your own
activities and
“REAL LOVE LASTS, AND IIS
NOT ABOUT OUR IINIITIIAL
BIIOCHEMIICAL HIIGH-
BECAUSE THAT HIIGH CAN
NEVER LAST.. II SUPPOSE IITS
PURPOSE IIS ONLY TO GET
PEOPLE TOGETHER..
HOWEVER,, STAYIING
TOGETHER IIS ABOUT A MUCH
DEEPER EMOTIIONAL
IINTIIMACY AND
COMMIITMENT,, NOT BRAIIN
WHAT TURNS PEOPLE ON?
Desire, attraction, and excitement – the fundamental human
experiences that captivate our senses.

What is sexual arousal? What does it mean to “feel

horny”? And what does this have to do with emotion?

Sexual arousal, or being “turned on,” can be defined as

the combination of cognitive and physical responses to
an erotic stimulus, which in turn can be internal or
external.
Many studies have looked at what happens in the brain during sexual arousal,
usually observed in the context of subjects responding to visual erotic stimuli,
colloquially termed “sexy or dirty pictures.” (Mouras et Stoléru 2005)

Studies have found that when people are primed to be in a good mood, they
experience higher subjective and physiological sexual arousal (Koukounas and
McCabe, 2001)
sexual response is common in depression, a condition characterized by low
positive affect, then in anxiety, which is a condition of high negative arousal.

In fact, anxiety has been shown to facilitate sexual arousal, presumably

because as a state of high physical arousal, it exacerbates sexual arousal. At
the same time, studies have shown how sexual arousal influence affect, such as
by diminishing stress levels (Hamilton et al., 2008).

So, what did we learn? That feeling “turned on” implies a variety of cognitive,
physiological, and neurological processes, which include and are influenced by
emotion.
THE PHASES OF SEXUAL
RESPONSE
PHASES OF SEXUAL
RESPONSE
EXCITEMENT- (also known as arousal phase or
initial excitement phase) the first stage of
human
PLATEAU- this response
sexual is the period of sexual excitement
cycle.
prior to orgasm.
* In male:
Increased size of head of penis, color of
penis to purplish
Testis move further in towards the body,
and increase in size
* In female:
 ORGASM- is the conclusion of the plateau
phase of the sexual response cycle and is
experienced by both male
Orgasmand female
(In Female)
Orgasm (In Male)
• Orgasm in females involves
• First stage: Contractions in contractions of pelvic muscles
the vas deferens, seminal around the vagina.
vesicles, and prostate cause • There are also contractions of the
seminal fluid to collect in the uterus and anal sphincter in a
urethra. throbbing or rhythmic manner.
• Second stage: Muscles • Muscle spasms occur, and there is
contract around the urethra, an increase in blood pressure and
propelling ejaculate out of heart rate.
the body. • The contractions are experienced as
• Highly pleasurable feeling highly pleasurable feelings of
accompanies orgasm. release.
• There is no difference between
 RESOLUTION
• The resolution phase follows orgasm and allows the body to relax and return to a
normal state.
• The refractory period, experienced by men, is the time when they are unable to
orgasm again.
• Women also experience a refractory period.
Female
Male • After orgasm, blood flows out of
• After orgasm, the male experiences loss
engorged areas of the female body,
of erection as blood flows out of the
penis. leading to decreased swelling and
• The scrotum and testicles return to their muscle tension.
normal stage. • Skin flushes also subside.
• There is a general feeling of relaxation.
• The refractory period follows, during
• There is a general feeling of
which the person is generally unable to relaxation.
have another erection. • Women have the ability to orgasm
• The detumescence of the penis occurs in
again quickly with effective
two stages, with the penis decreasing in
size during the refractory period and stimulation, allowing for multiple
returning to a flaccid state afterward. orgasms in a short period of time.
THE DIVERSITY OF
SEXUAL BEHAVIOR
The Diversity of Sexual Behavior

• Sexual behavior serves the purpose of species perpetuation.

• The diversity of sexual behavior includes gender and sexual diversity (GSD).
• GSD encompasses various sex characteristics, sexual orientations, and gender
identities.
• Western classifications of sexual orientation and gender identity are limited.
• New theories propose more complex understandings of sexual orientation and
gender identity.
• Intermediate sexual orientations like heteroflexible or homoflexible can be
experienced.

Gender identity
Sexual orientation is a person's emotional and erotic attraction toward
another individual.
On the other hand, gender identity refers to one's sense of being male or
female. Generally, our gender identities correspond to our chromosomal and
phenotypic sex, butthis is not always the case.
Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Issues
There's a lot more to being male, female, or any gender than the sex assigned at
birth. Your biological or assigned sex does not always tell your complete story.

• Sex is a label assigned at birth based on genitals and

chromosomes.
• Gender is a social construct, not determined by biological
characteristics.
• Gender influences societal organization and various aspects of
life.
Solitary sexual behavior

• Sexual behaviors and fantasies are distinct but can be intertwined.

• Sexual fantasies are mentally arousing imagery. - Common fantasies include
replacement fantasies and forced-sex fantasies.
• Sexual fantasies do not necessarily reflect desires for infidelity or sexual assault.
• During social lockdowns, changes in sexual fantasies and solitary sexual practices
were observed.
• Factors like living arrangements, relationship status, and gender influenced these
changes.
• Solitary sexual practices increased due to factors like boredom and limited physical
interactions.
• Understanding the diversity of sexual behaviors and the significance of solitary sex
is important for sexual health and well-being.
LGBTQ+
• LGBTQ+ is an umbrella term for diverse gender and sexual
orientations.
 L stands for lesbian (women attracted to women).
 G stands for gay (attracted to the same gender).
 B stands for bisexual (attracted to both men and women).
 T or Trans/Transgender refers to those who don't identify with
their assigned gender at birth.
 Q stands for queer, a term for those questioning their identities
or who prefer a broader label.
 Intersex individuals have mixed biological traits. - Asexual
individuals lack interest in or desire for sexual activity.
 Pansexual individuals are attracted to others regardless of sex
or gender.
Sociocultural Factors

• Sociocultural factors influence issues related to sexual

orientation and gender identity.
• In the Philippines, individuals are classified as male or
female only.
• In Thailand, there are more than two recognized
categories: male, female, and kathoey.
• Kathoey individuals would be described as transgender
in western cultures.
 Children’s gender identities are influenced by
their upbringing and social environment.
 Parental teachings and authority figure
influence shape children's interests,
preferences, behaviors and self-concept.
 Children whose parents adhere to strict
gender- stereotyped roles are more likely to
adopt those roles as adults.
 Peer with parents who provide less
stereotyped and more neutral models have
greater flexibility in their gender roles.
 STD
Sexually transmitted diseases
(STDs), or sexually transmitted
infections (STIs), are infections that
are passed from one person to
another through sexual contact.
They are usually spread during
vaginal, oral, or anal sex. But
sometimes they can spread
through other sexual contact
involving the penis, vagina, mouth,
or anus. This is because some
STDs, like herpes and HPV, are
spread by skin-to-skin contact.
 SYMPTOMS OF A PERSONWITH
STD

• Sores or bumps on the genitals or

in the oral or rectal area.
• Painful or burning urination.
• Discharge from the penis.
• Unusual or odorous vaginal
discharge.
• Unusual vaginal bleeding.
• Pain during sex.
• Sore, swollen lymph nodes,
particularly in the groin but
sometimes more widespread.
• Lower abdominal pain.
 TREATMENT OF A PERSON WITH
STD
STDs may be treated in different ways
based on the causes. Sexually transmitted
infections caused by bacteria are generally
easier to treat. STI infections caused by
viruses can be managed and treated but
not always cured.
o Antibiotics. Antibiotics, often in a single
dose, can cure many STIs caused by
bacteria or parasites, such as
gonorrhea, syphilis, chlamydia and
trichomoniasis.
-Antibiotic treatment should be
completed, and if not possible, seek a
shorter course. Avoid sexual activity for
seven days after treatment and healing
of sores.
 COMMON STD’s IN THE
PHILIPPINES
1. HIV: Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) is a
significant concern in the Philippines, with a high
prevalence rate. HIV can lead to acquired
immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) if not
properly managed.
2. Syphilis: Syphilis is another common STD in
the Philippines. It is a bacterial infection that can
cause serious health complications if left
untreated.
3. Human Papillomavirus (HPV): HPV is prevalent
in the Philippines and can lead to genital warts
and various types of cancers, including cervical
cancer.
4. Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV): HSV, which
causes genital herpes, is also a common STD in
the Philippines. It can be transmitted through
skin-to-skin contact and presents with painful
 METHODS OF
CONTRACEPTIVE
S
THERE ARE TWO METHODS
OF CONTRACEPTIONS:
 ARTIFICIAL METHODS
NATURAL METHOD
ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES- also known as the pill, oral contraceptives
ABSTINENCE- this natural method involves refraining from contain synthetic estrogen and progesterone.
sexual intercourse and is the most effective natural birth
control method with ideally 0% fail rate. TRANSDERMAL PATCH- contains both estrogen and progesterone.
The woman should apply one patch every week for three weeks on
the following areas: upper outer arm, upper torso, abdomen, or
CALENDAR METHOD- this method is also called as the buttocks.
rhythm method. It entails withholding from coitus during
the days that the woman is fertile. VAGINAL RING- releases a combination of estrogen and
progesterone and it surrounds the cervix. This silicon ring is
inserted into the female reproductive organ and remains there for
BASAL BODY TEMPERATURE- indicates the woman's three weeks and then removed on the fourth week, as menstrual
temperature at rest. Before the day of ovulation and flow would occur
during ovulation, BBT falls at 0.5F; it increases to a full
degree because of progesterone and maintains its level
SUBDERMAL IMPLANTS- are two rod-like implants inserted under
throughout the menstrual cycle. the skin of the female during her menses or on the seventh day of
her menstruation to make sure that she will not get pregnant.

CERVICAL MUCUS METHOD- the change in the cervical

mucus during ovulation is the basis for this method. HORMONAL INJECTIONS- contains medroxyprogesterone, a
progesterone, and is usually given once every 12 weeks
During ovulation, the cervical mucus is copious, thin, and
intramusculalry. The injection causes charges in the endometrium
watery. and cervical mucus and can help prevent ovulation.
INTRAUTERINE DEVICE- a small, T-shaped object containing
progesterone that is inserted into the uterus via the female
 CHEMICAL BARRIERS-such as spermicides, vaginal gels
and creams, and glycerin films are used to caused the
death of sperm before they can enter the cervix and to
lower the pH level of the female reproductive organ so it
SYMPTOTHERMAL METHOD- basically a
will not become conducive for the sperm.
combination of the BBT method and the cervical
mucus method. The woman records her DIAPHRAGM- it is a circular, rubber disk that fits the
temperature every morning and also takes note of cervix and should be placed before coitus. It works by
changes in her cervical mucus. inhibiting the entrance of the sperm into the female
reproductive organ and it works better when used
together with a spermicide
OVULATION DETECTION- uses an over-the-counter
MALE CONDOMS- is a latex or synthetic rubber sheath
kit that requires the urine sample of the woman.
that is placed on the erect male reproductive organ
The kit can predict ovulation through the surge of
before penetration into the female reproductive organ to
luteinizing hormone (LH) that happens 12 to 24
trap the sperm during ejaculation.
hours before ovulation.
FEMALE CONDOMS- are made up of latex rubber sheaths
that are pre- lubricated with spermicide. They are usually
COITUS INTERRUPTS- one of the oldest methods bound by two rings. The outer ring is first inserted
that prevents conception. A couple still goes in with against the opening of the female reproductive organ
coitus, but the man withdraws the moment he and the inner ring covers the cervix.
ejaculates to emit the spermatozoa outside of the
SURGICAL METHODS- During vasectomy, a small incision
female reproductive organ.
is made on each side of the scrotum. The vas deferens is
then tied, cauterized, cut, or plugged to block the
passage of the sperm. In women, tubal ligation is
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