Year 10 Health and Physical Education and Relationship & Sexual Health - William Tran by William TRAN

Lession 1 - People of all genders benefit from living in communities that promote gender equality.

williamtran8 — 2024-04-03 08:05:27 UTC

Is this above statement true?

Yes, the statement above is generally true but it is important to understand that there are specific advantages and disadvantages for the different genders.

What are some benefits for men?

Some benefits for men are better mental health as they are more comfortable expressing their emotions freely. Equal opportunities allow men to have a more balanced lifestyle as they can have more balance between work and family time. Gender equality creates more opportunities for a healthier relationship with their partners by encouraging equal partnership and shared responsibilities.

What are some benefits for women?

Gender equality gives women equal access to everything that men can access like education, employment, and leadership roles and this pushes them to aim higher and achieve their dreams. When Gender equality is equalised women would have access to health care and reproductive rights to improve women's health overall. Another benefit for women is that they have equal opportunities for a jobs which will bring them more financial stability

What are some benefits for people who are transgender or gender diverse?

Some benefits for the transgender and gender-diverse community are that they can have drastically increased acceptance and inclusivity, and resources that are specific to their needs become even more accessible creating a more inclusive and supportive environment. On the legal side, some rights are protected from harassment and discrimination, this further creates an overall improved mental health for everyone.

Describe 5 actions/strategies that young people can take to close the “Gender Gap” and work towards gender equality

Educate yourself and others about gender issues and stereotypes.
Have more support that is promoting gender equality and inclusivity
Take action against gender-based Violence
listen to different genders and what they are experiencing and show them empathy
Learn how to have a respectful conversion

Lesson 5 - A person’s sexuality is defined by many parts including their gender identity and the attraction they feel for others.

williamtran8 — 2024-04-03 08:07:03 UTC

If someone has a sexual experience with someone of the same gender, does that mean they are gay/lesbian/bisexual? Who decides? Can someone’s sexual preferences change over their lifetime?
Someone's sexual experiences do not directly define their sexual orientation. this is a complex topic of attraction, desires, and identity over time. Everyone has different interpretations of sexual experiences and self-identification plays a larger role. Ultimately they decide what they are identified as. Yes, certainly a person's sexual orientation can change as their preferences can change. Sexual orientation is never fixed and it is always fluid, it can be affected by many different factors like personal growth, different experiences, deeper understanding of themselves, etc. Many individuals find them selfs having different sexual orientations later in life but many people maintain the same sexual orientation.
Are people in same-gender relationships in Australia supported? What laws support or don’t support them? Can people in same-gender relationships get married? How was this decided? Was this fair?
Australia usually shows inclusivity for same-gender relationships, the legalisation of same-gender marriage in 2017.
Research shows that young people are more homophobic in high school (aged 14–17) and less homophobic when they leave (aged 18–24). Why do you think this is?
The transition from high school to adulthood leads to a higher percentage of acceptance of the LGBTQ+ community due to some factors like more exposure to diverse mindsets and perspectives
You overhear a peer at school yell, “...that’s so gay!” What do you do?
I feel very concerned for the person who is using that type of language as this shouldn't be a topic that is being joked around with. As this is a really sensitive topic for some people, which might offend them and make them feel uncomfortable.

LESSON 6 - Practical information about STI's

williamtran8 — 2024-04-03 08:07:50 UTC

How common is herpes?

Herpies are very common as approximately one in 8 sexually active Australians has genital herpes

Is it safe to engage in sexual activity if someone has herpes or other STIs?

It is important for people who have Herpes to talk with their partners disclose their situation and take precautions like using a physical contraception method like condoms or antiviral medication to minimise the risk of transmission.

Can herpes be treated? Can it be cured?

NO, herpes is not treatable but there are antiviral medications that you can take to reduce the risk of a large outbreak of the STI

What is the only way someone can confirm if they have an STI?

The only way for a person to confirm that they have contracted an STI is by getting tested by a certified clinic like the Shine SA clinic on 57 Hyde Street.

Why is it important to get tested for STIs?

It is important to regularly test for SITs because many STIs like Herpes do not show any symptoms but can lead to very serious health implications

If a friend was thinking about having sexual activity for the first time and knows nothing about STIs, what would be the key information that they need?

The key information that they need to know about is understanding STIs, effective communications with their partners, always using protection like condoms, getting regularly tested for STIs, and seeking medical help if they are in need.

Lesson 4 - Contraception is readily available to us and being informed about our options, gives us greater ownership of our bodies and our lives.

williamtran8 — 2024-04-03 08:08:51 UTC

Condoms:

How it works / How it is used:
Condoms are physical barriers that prevent the sperm from entering the egg. Male condoms are worn over the penis and Female condoms are inserted into the vagina
Advantages
They are easily accessible and it protect against STIs as well as prevent pregnancy, there are also no hormonal side effects
(possible) disadvantages
They may reduce the sensation when having sex, some people may have a latex allergy, require correct use for maximum effectiveness
Cost
The cost of Condoms is relatively affordable at 5-10 Dollars for 1.
Where it can be purchased
They can be purchased anywhere like the drugstore, supermarkets, online health clinics etc.
Effectiveness - what could reduce this?
When used correctly condoms can have a 98% effectiveness but with some factors like incorrect use, breakage or expiration can reduce the "Real World Use" to about 88%