The document discusses neuroplasticity and rapid maturation in the teen brain related to independence, identity, peer approval and sex. It also discusses how slow developing brain input influences neuronal wiring and the power of pornography. Finally, it outlines the typical stages of the sexual response cycle from emotional intimacy and neutrality to arousal, desire, and satisfaction or orgasm.

1. Sexual Health
A lifecycle
perspective

2. Neuroplasticity & the teen brain
Rapid maturation:
Independence, Identity, peer approval, Sex
Slow developing:
Brain input
influences
neuronal
wiring
The power of pornography

3. *Emotional
Intimacy
1. Sexual
Neutrality
2. Receptive to
Sexual Stimuli
3. Sexual Arousal
*Spontaneous
Sexual Desire
4. Sexual Desire &
Increasing Arousal
5. Emotional &
Physical Satisfaction
(Orgasm)
Spontaneous
Sexual Desire
Sexual Arousal
Orgasm
‘Couple Sex’ the sexual response

4. ‘Baby boomers’ in the bedroom