Sexual selection in prehistoric animals: detection
... species (Figure 2a) [12]. In addition to these skeletal traits, recently discovered Mesozoic birds and bird-like dinosaurs have revealed a rich variety of feathered structures, some of which have been interpreted as having a possible function in sexual display (Box 1) [13]. Distinguishing sexually s ...
... species (Figure 2a) [12]. In addition to these skeletal traits, recently discovered Mesozoic birds and bird-like dinosaurs have revealed a rich variety of feathered structures, some of which have been interpreted as having a possible function in sexual display (Box 1) [13]. Distinguishing sexually s ...
Sexual selection and hermaphroditic organisms: Testing theory
... come from both sexual roles. That is, in hermaphrodites, the opportunity for sexual selection comes from the lifetime variance in reproductive success for individuals, not the differential reproductive success of the two sexual roles (see discussion in Leonard 2006). This creates a problem in the us ...
... come from both sexual roles. That is, in hermaphrodites, the opportunity for sexual selection comes from the lifetime variance in reproductive success for individuals, not the differential reproductive success of the two sexual roles (see discussion in Leonard 2006). This creates a problem in the us ...
698 702 704 commentary - College of Biological Sciences
... behavior: cooperative games to replace sexual selection” (17 Feb., p. 965), J. Roughgarden et al. propose what superficially appears to be a radically novel explanation for reproductive social behavior. They argue (i) that sexual selection, which has been a cornerstone of the evolutionary explanatio ...
... behavior: cooperative games to replace sexual selection” (17 Feb., p. 965), J. Roughgarden et al. propose what superficially appears to be a radically novel explanation for reproductive social behavior. They argue (i) that sexual selection, which has been a cornerstone of the evolutionary explanatio ...
Chapter 1 Why a course in Human Sexuality?
... Adult male homosexuals have lower than normal levels of male hormones. Douching is an effective method of birth control. Recent evidence indicates that environmental factors are most important in determining one’s sexual King, Human Sexuality Today, 5/e © 2005 by Prentice Hall orientation. ...
... Adult male homosexuals have lower than normal levels of male hormones. Douching is an effective method of birth control. Recent evidence indicates that environmental factors are most important in determining one’s sexual King, Human Sexuality Today, 5/e © 2005 by Prentice Hall orientation. ...
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... behavior: cooperative games to replace sexual selection” (17 Feb., p. 965), J. Roughgarden et al. propose what superficially appears to be a radically novel explanation for reproductive social behavior. They argue (i) that sexual selection, which has been a cornerstone of the evolutionary explanatio ...
... behavior: cooperative games to replace sexual selection” (17 Feb., p. 965), J. Roughgarden et al. propose what superficially appears to be a radically novel explanation for reproductive social behavior. They argue (i) that sexual selection, which has been a cornerstone of the evolutionary explanatio ...
Sexual Objectification of Pinoy Males in Billboard Advertisements
... 2 Sexual Objectification: a contemporary advertising technique The quest in finding the perfect way to reach the right consumers seemed to be evasive. New advertising strategies came to light in order to cater the various potential customers [6]. Portrayals of gender thrived in media and considered ...
... 2 Sexual Objectification: a contemporary advertising technique The quest in finding the perfect way to reach the right consumers seemed to be evasive. New advertising strategies came to light in order to cater the various potential customers [6]. Portrayals of gender thrived in media and considered ...
Identifying the Five Types of Legal Arguments
... The first step in the process of mastering the five types of legal arguments is to learn to identify each type of argument. To assist you in learning this skill I have presented excerpts from People v. Gibbons, a criminal case where a California appellate court interpreted the state’s Privacy Act. I ...
... The first step in the process of mastering the five types of legal arguments is to learn to identify each type of argument. To assist you in learning this skill I have presented excerpts from People v. Gibbons, a criminal case where a California appellate court interpreted the state’s Privacy Act. I ...
Väinö Meltti: Kotkan Työväenyhdistys 1888-1938
... the characteristics and behavior of the partner, emotions, sexual behaviors as well as to social background factors. In a review of studies conducted in the U.S. (Sprecher and McKinney, 1993), sexual satisfaction was found to be associated with young age and middle class background. Sexual behaviors ...
... the characteristics and behavior of the partner, emotions, sexual behaviors as well as to social background factors. In a review of studies conducted in the U.S. (Sprecher and McKinney, 1993), sexual satisfaction was found to be associated with young age and middle class background. Sexual behaviors ...
Confronting Sexual Stigma and Prejudice: Theory and Practice
... for the support they have provided for my research over the years, and to the American Psychological Association for the opportunities it has afforded me for communicating scientific knowledge to policymakers. I also express my appreciation to my friends and colleagues in the worlds of academia, res ...
... for the support they have provided for my research over the years, and to the American Psychological Association for the opportunities it has afforded me for communicating scientific knowledge to policymakers. I also express my appreciation to my friends and colleagues in the worlds of academia, res ...
Intervention strategies suggested by the Nigerian segment of the
... and the need for poor communities along the highways to tap some of the wealth from those roads. An associated project (Omorodion 1993) found all market women, especially those who travelled distances to purchase goods or to sell them at markets other than their own, to be at higher than average ris ...
... and the need for poor communities along the highways to tap some of the wealth from those roads. An associated project (Omorodion 1993) found all market women, especially those who travelled distances to purchase goods or to sell them at markets other than their own, to be at higher than average ris ...
A penological approach to the social construct of
... Struckman-Johnson, & Eigenberg, 2000). While each piece of research adds to the growing body of literature on prison sex, not much theory has been applied to prison sex and why it occurs. Researchers need to look to an applicable theory that fits a modern understanding of sexuality. Early studies o ...
... Struckman-Johnson, & Eigenberg, 2000). While each piece of research adds to the growing body of literature on prison sex, not much theory has been applied to prison sex and why it occurs. Researchers need to look to an applicable theory that fits a modern understanding of sexuality. Early studies o ...
Reproduction in Aspergillus fumigatus: sexuality
... of sex-related genes As described above, BLAST searching of the genome of A. fumigatus revealed the presence of a series of genes associated with sexual reproduction in yeasts and filamentous fungi. This hinted at latent sexuality within A. fumigatus, although it was not clear whether these genes ar ...
... of sex-related genes As described above, BLAST searching of the genome of A. fumigatus revealed the presence of a series of genes associated with sexual reproduction in yeasts and filamentous fungi. This hinted at latent sexuality within A. fumigatus, although it was not clear whether these genes ar ...
Intimacy and Sexuality: Toward a Lifespan Perspective
... and inappropriate sexual behavior. They are also more likely to have mental illness. As adults, individuals subjected to childhood sexual abuse may suffer from sexual dysfunction and decreased sexual satisfaction. Women with sexual abuse histories may also be more likely to engage in sexual behavior ...
... and inappropriate sexual behavior. They are also more likely to have mental illness. As adults, individuals subjected to childhood sexual abuse may suffer from sexual dysfunction and decreased sexual satisfaction. Women with sexual abuse histories may also be more likely to engage in sexual behavior ...
Natural Selection
... horns, large canines etc. • Intersexual selection ("sex appeal"): This kind of sexual selection may explain traits such as the peacock's tail. ...
... horns, large canines etc. • Intersexual selection ("sex appeal"): This kind of sexual selection may explain traits such as the peacock's tail. ...
Defining Pornography - WestCollections: digitalcommons@wcsu
... It must have been hard for the Victorians to look at these paintings and understand the motivations behind them, especially since the Roman world was interpreted as a rational and philosophical sphere that could not also include raunchy sex images. The Victorians assumed that these images were in pr ...
... It must have been hard for the Victorians to look at these paintings and understand the motivations behind them, especially since the Roman world was interpreted as a rational and philosophical sphere that could not also include raunchy sex images. The Victorians assumed that these images were in pr ...
Efficacy and Safety of Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera) Root
... be generally defined as ‘the degree to which an individual is satisfied or happy with the sexual aspect of his or her relationship’ [6]. Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) affects physical health and emotional well-being and is considered to be a collective term for the various disorders of the sexual ...
... be generally defined as ‘the degree to which an individual is satisfied or happy with the sexual aspect of his or her relationship’ [6]. Female sexual dysfunction (FSD) affects physical health and emotional well-being and is considered to be a collective term for the various disorders of the sexual ...
... selection and viewing rapid copulation as a superior reproductive strategy [14]. Unfortunately, PE may remain undiagnosed in many men, secondary to the man’s reluctance to discuss it with his clinician, reluctance by clinicians to ask their patients about the presence of sexual dysfunction, and lack ...
The Sex Exploiter - La Strada International
... to whether a child consented to, instigated, or even obtained gratification from, sexual interaction with another person cannot be used to determine whether or not that person has committed an act of sexual exploitation. Our understanding of those who sexually exploit children must also recognise th ...
... to whether a child consented to, instigated, or even obtained gratification from, sexual interaction with another person cannot be used to determine whether or not that person has committed an act of sexual exploitation. Our understanding of those who sexually exploit children must also recognise th ...
Sexual dysfunction in patients with schizophrenia
... antipsychotic drugs and their doses are also presented in the table. The majority of subjects were Caucasian. Mean age was 40.8 (±10.0) for males and 44.5 (±11.4) for females. Approximately one-third of subjects were receiving risperidone, and two-thirds were receiving conventional antipsychotics. O ...
... antipsychotic drugs and their doses are also presented in the table. The majority of subjects were Caucasian. Mean age was 40.8 (±10.0) for males and 44.5 (±11.4) for females. Approximately one-third of subjects were receiving risperidone, and two-thirds were receiving conventional antipsychotics. O ...
English - SciELO Colombia
... use of condom in sexual relations among youngsters, since it is during youth when lifelong sexual behaviors are established. In fact, an indicator to evaluate condom use among sexually active youngsters is the use of this item in their first sexual relation. Countries such as France and England have ...
... use of condom in sexual relations among youngsters, since it is during youth when lifelong sexual behaviors are established. In fact, an indicator to evaluate condom use among sexually active youngsters is the use of this item in their first sexual relation. Countries such as France and England have ...
Definition of Sexual Harassment - Human Resources
... harassment over the past nine years (1999-2007). This $441 million dollars in monetary benefits does not include the millions of dollars that has been awarded to plaintiffs who have filed sexual harassment lawsuits in state and federal courts throughout the nation. In addition, the legal cost of bri ...
... harassment over the past nine years (1999-2007). This $441 million dollars in monetary benefits does not include the millions of dollars that has been awarded to plaintiffs who have filed sexual harassment lawsuits in state and federal courts throughout the nation. In addition, the legal cost of bri ...
Money, Sex and Happiness: An Empirical Study
... just under 1.5% report having had a female partner. About 0.5% of females and 0.5% of males report themselves as bisexual. Fourth, Table 1 gives the happiness distributions for different groups in US society. One third of people say they are ‘very happy’. Although it is not shown explicitly in the ...
... just under 1.5% report having had a female partner. About 0.5% of females and 0.5% of males report themselves as bisexual. Fourth, Table 1 gives the happiness distributions for different groups in US society. One third of people say they are ‘very happy’. Although it is not shown explicitly in the ...
Using behavior-analytic implicit tests to assess sexual interests
... rather than equivalence relations, and brought under further contextual control. Subjects were trained to form a derived equivalence relation (or coordination relation) containing three arbitrary nonsense syllables labelled A1, B1, and C1. They were also taught that two further nonsense syllables (B ...
... rather than equivalence relations, and brought under further contextual control. Subjects were trained to form a derived equivalence relation (or coordination relation) containing three arbitrary nonsense syllables labelled A1, B1, and C1. They were also taught that two further nonsense syllables (B ...
How to prepare your patient for the many
... during the first months after delivery. There was high variability between individuals, however, and levels of sexual interest and activity of individual women remained relatively constant from the time before pregnancy until 1 year postpartum.7 von Sydow determined that there is great variability i ...
... during the first months after delivery. There was high variability between individuals, however, and levels of sexual interest and activity of individual women remained relatively constant from the time before pregnancy until 1 year postpartum.7 von Sydow determined that there is great variability i ...
Ages of consent in South America
The ages of consent for sexual activity vary by jurisdiction across South America. The specific activity engaged in or the gender of its participants can also be affected by the law. Below is a discussion of the various laws dealing with this subject. The highlighted age refers to an age at or above which an individual can engage in unfettered sexual relations with another who is also at or above that age. Other variables, for example close in age exceptions may exist and are noted when relevant. The only country in South America where male same-sex sexual conduct is illegal is Guyana and a higher age of consent for same-sex sexual relations in Chile, Paraguay and Suriname.The below is a list of all jurisdictions in South America as listed in List of sovereign states and dependent territories in South America.