Question 1

Present a discussion of the views of different human societies toward menstruation and the effect of these views on women's lives. Also, briefly review basic descriptive information about menstruation and methods that have been devised for dealing with the monthly flow.

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Question 2

Describe the phenomena of menstrual synchrony among women, and citing relevant studies, discuss the evidence against it.

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Question 3

Detail the endocrine and gonadal events leading up to ovulation and provide an explanation of how the brain regulates ovarian cyclicity.

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Question 4

Outline the structural and secretory changes that occur in the ovary, cervix, and uterus as the follicular phase of the cycle unfolds.

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Question 5

Detail the ovarian, uterine, and cervical changes associated with ovulation and the luteal phase of the menstrual cycle.

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Question 6

Discuss the physical and psychological aspects of PMS and describe the treatments that have been shown to be effective in relieving the symptoms.

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Question 7

Outline the natural and pathological factors that can cause the irregularity or cessation of menstruation.

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Question 8

What is PMS and what is believed to cause it? What are the symptoms and how can they be alleviated?

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Question 9

Some women view the cessation of menstrual periods a positive result of certain hormonal contraceptive therapies, whereas other view the cessation as a negative experience. What are your opinions on the ability of women to cease menstruation if they choose?

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Question 10

Describe the hypothalamic-pituitary-testicular control system as it relates to testosterone production. What role, if any, does negative feedback play?

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Question 11

How do men produce estrogen and what role does it play for them?

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Question 12

Describe the attitude toward menstruation of your peer group. Are women encouraged to behave differently during menstruation? Do you think this is good or bad?

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Question 13

Describe the three phases of a typical menstrual cycle. What are the major physiologic events that occur during each phase?

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Question 14

Describe the physiological events that underlie orgasm.

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Question 15

What does WHR stand for, and what is its significance?

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Question 16

What are the basic steps involved in a testicular self-exam?

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Question 17

Map the basic physiological steps involved in male orgasm/ejaculation.

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Question 18

Why do you suppose humans seem preoccupied with penis size?

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Question 19

Make a list of anything you have heard about menstruation. Identify the myths and falsehoods. Compare and contrast these misconceptions with the material in the text and, if you wish, with your own experience or observations.

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Question 20

If you're a woman, how would you respond to this question: "Would you stop menstruating if you could?" If you're a man, what's your opinion on the matter?

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Quiz 5: Sex Hormones and the Menstrual Cycle