of natural methods Through exclusive breastfeeding of
are the fact that they can be difficult the infant, the woman is able to Prenatal Development to use correctly and that sexual suppress ovulation through the Infancy and Toddlerhood intercourse must be avoided at method of lactation amenorrhea (birth – 2) certain times of the month. method.Coitus Interruptus Early Childhood (3-5) EXAMPLES The couple still proceeds with the Middle and Late Childhood coitus, but the man withdraws the (6-12) Calendar rhythm method moment he ejaculates to emit the spermatozoa outside of the vagina. Adolescence (13-18) Based upon her 12 previous Early Adulthood (19-29) menstrual cycles, a woman subtracts ARTIFICIAL METHODS l8 days from her shortest menstrual Middle Adulthood (30-60) cycle to determine her first fertile day, and 11 days from her longest Oral Contraceptives Late Adulthood or Death and Dying (61 and above) menstrual cycle to determine her last fertile day. Also known as the pill, oral Freud’s Structure of the Human Mind contraceptives contain The Superego (It’s not right to do The basal body temperature (BBT) synthetic estrogen and progesterone. that) method is based upon the fact that a Estrogen suppresses the FSH and LH The id, the most primitive of the three woman's temperature drops 12 to 24 to suppress ovulation, while structures, is concerned with instant hours before an egg is released from progesterone decreases the gratification of basic physical needs her ovary and then increases again permeability of the cervical mucus to and urges. It operates entirely once the egg has been released. limit the sperm’s access to the ova. unconsciously (outside of conscious The mucus inspection method thought). depends on the presence or absence Transdermal Patch The Superego (It’s not right to do of a particular type of cervical mucus that) that a woman produces in response The transdermal patch has a The superego is concerned with social to estrogen. combination of both estrogen and rules and morals—similar to what progesterone in a form of a patch. many people call their ” conscience ” The symptothermal method For three weeks, the woman should or their “moral compass.” It develops combines certain aspects of the apply one patch every week on the as a child learns what their culture calendar, the basal body temperature, following areas: upper outer arm, considers right and wrong. and the mucus inspection methods. upper torso, abdomen, or buttocks. Not only are all these factors taken The Ego (Maybe we can compromise) into consideration, but also are other Vaginal Ring symptoms such as slight cramping and It is the rational, pragmatic part of our breast tenderness. Releases a combination of estrogen personality. It is less primitive than and progesterone and surrounds the the id and is partly conscious and Abstinence cervix. This silicon ring is inserted partly unconscious. It’s what Freud vaginally and remains there for 3 considered to be the “self,” and its job This natural method involves weeks, then removed on the fourth is to balance the demands of the id abstaining from sexual intercourse week as menstrual flow would occur. and superego in the practical context and is the most effective natural birth of reality. control method with ideally 0% fail Subdermal Implants rate. KINDS OF CONTRACEPTION The subdermal implants are two rod- Ovulation Detection Natural methods of birth control, or like implants embedded under the natural family planning, are a type of skin of the woman during her menses The ovulation detection method is an or on the 7th day of her menstruation birth control that relies on over-the-counter kit that can predict to make sure that she is not pregnant. observations about the woman's body ovulation through the surge of It contains etonogestrel, desogestrel, and menstrual cycle. luteinizing hormone that happens 12 and progestin. It is effective for 3 to 5 to 24 hours before ovulation. years. Advantages of natural methods include cost savings, lack of Lactation Amenorrhea Method Hormonal Injections prescriptions or health-care visits, and avoidance of medications or procedures. A hormonal injection consists of Female Condoms and act. The real self can be seen by medroxyprogesterone, a others, but because we have no way progesterone, and given once every These are also latex rubber sheaths of truly knowing how others view us, 12 weeks intramuscularly. The that are specially designed for the real self is our self-image. injection inhibits ovulation and causes females and prelubricated with changes in the endometrium and the The ideal self, on the other hand, is spermicide. It has an inner ring that cervical mucus. how we want to be. It is an idealized covers the cervix and an outer, open image that we have developed over ring that is placed against the vaginal time, based on what we have learned Intrauterine Device opening. and experienced. The ideal self could include components of what our An IUD is a small, T-shaped object Surgical Methods parents have taught us, what we that is inserted into the uterus via the admire in others, what our society vagina. It prevents fertilization by Vasectomy promotes, and what we think is in our creating a local sterile inflammatory Males undergo vasectomy, which is best interest. condition to prevent implantation. executed through a small incision The device contains progesterone and made on each side of the scrotum. REAL SELF VS FALSE SELF is effective for 5 to 7 years. The vas deferens is then tied, Authentic Self: Chemical Barriers cauterized, cut, or plugged to block Thoughts, beliefs, words, and the passage of the sperm. actions come from a deep- Chemical barriers such as Tubal Ligation seated place within spermicides, vaginal gels and creams, Lack of disparity between and glycerin films are also used to In women, tubal ligation is performed values and lived values cause the death of sperms before by occluding the fallopian tubes Unique combination of your they can enter the cervix and also through cutting, cauterizing, or vast multitude of talents, lower the pH level of the vagina so it blocking to inhibit the passage of the skills, interests, and abilities will not become conducive for the both the sperm and the ova. sperm. These chemical barriers False Self: cannot prevent sexually transmitted Putting on a facade with infections; however, they can be SOCIAL COMPARISON THEORY others may result in an bought without any prescription. internal sensation of being Social comparison theory states that depleted, drained, or Diaphragm individuals determine their own social emotionally numb and personal worth based on how Possible tendencies to turn A diaphragm works by inhibiting the they stack up against others. People to mood-altering substances entrance of the sperm into the vagina. sometimes compare themselves to in order to feel “different” It is a circular, rubber disk that fits the others as a way of fostering self- improvement, self-motivation, and a Actions may feel forced, cervix and should be placed before alienated, or detached coitus. positive self-image. As a result, humans constantly evaluate GLAND RESPONSIBLE FOR PIMPLES themselves, and others, across The cervical cap is another barrier Some of the hormones responsible domains such as attractiveness, method that is made of soft rubber for acne are called androgens, wealth, intelligence, and success. and fitted on the rim of the cervix. It is including testosterone, which have a shaped like a thimble with a thin rim, more male hormone affect causing and could stay in place for not more oily skin, skin inflammation, clogged than 48 hours. The Self Theory emphasizes on the set of perceptions an individual has hair follicles, which all lead to acne
Male Condoms for himself and the perceptions of the SCHEMA
relationships he has with others and the other aspects of life. Carl Rogers A schema is a cognitive framework or The male condom is a latex or concept that helps organize and has contributed significantly towards synthetic rubber sheath that is placed interpret information. the self theory. on the erect penis before vaginal penetration to trap the sperm during Person schemas are focused on ejaculation. It can prevent STIs and specific individuals. For example, your can be bought over-the-counter REAL SELF AND IDEAL SELF schema for your friend might include without any fitting needed. information about her appearance, The real self is who we actually are. It is how we think, how we feel, look, her behaviors, her personality, and Buddhism is a religion that is based of Daoism are Dao (the Way) and her preferences. on the teachings of Siddhartha immortality, along with a stress on Gautama. The main principles of this balance found throughout nature. Social schemas include general belief system are karma, There is less emphasis on extremes knowledge about how people behave reincarnation, and impermanence. and instead focuses on the in certain social situations. Buddhists believe that life is full of interdependence between things. For Self-schemas are focused on your suffering, but that suffering can be example, the yin/yang symbol does knowledge about yourself. This can overcome by attaining enlightenment. not exemplify good or evil. It shows include both what you know about Nirvana (a state of perfect happiness) that there are two sides to everything your current self as well as ideas can be obtained by breaking away -"Within the Yang there exists the Yin about your idealized or future self. from (material) attachments and and vice versa." purifying the mind. However, Event schemas are focused on different doctrines vary on the ISLAM patterns of behavior that should be practices and paths followed in order The Five Pillars are the core beliefs followed for certain events. This acts to do so. Meditation serves as a and practices of Islam: much like a script informing you of significant part in practicing what you should do, how you should Buddhism. This calming and working Profession of Faith (shahada). The act, and what you should say in a of the mind helps Buddhists strive to belief that "There is no god but God, particular situation. become more peaceful and positive, and Muhammad is the Messenger of while developing wisdom through God" is central to Islam. CONCEPTS ABOUT SELF solving everyday problems. The negative mental states that are Prayer (salat). Muslims pray facing SOCRATES (know thyself) Mecca five times a day: at dawn, sought to be overcome are called One's true self, according to Socrates, "delusions", while the positive mental noon, mid-afternoon, sunset, and is not to be identified with what we states are called "virtuous minds". after dark. own, with our social status, our Another concept prominent in the Alms (zakat). In accordance with reputation, or even with our body. Buddhist belief system is the Eight- Islamic law, Muslims donate a fixed Instead, Socrates famously Fold Path. The Eight-Fold Path is the portion of their income to community maintained that our true self is our fourth of the Four Noble Truths, members in need. soul. which is said to be the first of all Buddha's teachings. It stresses areas Fasting (sawm). During the daylight PLATO hours of Ramadan, the ninth month in life that can be explored and the true self of human beings is the practice, such as right speech and of the Islamic calendar, all healthy reason or the intellect that right intention. adult Muslims are required to abstain constitutes their soul and that is from food and drink. Through this CONFUCIANISM temporary deprivation, they renew separable from their body. Main concepts of this philosophy their awareness of and gratitude for RENE DESCARTES (i think therefore i everything God has provided in their include Ru (humaneness), am) lives—including the Qur'an, which righteousness, propriety/etiquette, loyalty, and filial piety, along with a was first revealed during this month. Descartes believed the mind is the seat of our consciousness. Because it strict adherence to social roles. This is Pilgrimage (hajj). Every Muslim houses our drives, intellect, and illustrated through the five main whose health and finances permit it passions, it gives us our identity and relationships Confucius interpreted to must make at least one visit to the our sense of self. be the core of society: ruler-subject, holy city of Mecca, in present-day father-son, husband-wife, elder Saudi Arabia. THOMAS AQUINAS brother-younger brother, and friend- friend. In these bonds, the latter must HINDUISM concept of the “self” was that we pay respect to and serve the former, don't encounter ourselves as isolated Prominent themes in Hindu while the former is bound to care for minds or selves but rather always as beliefs include (but are not restricted the latter. agents interacting with our to) Dharma (ethics/duties), Samsāra environment. And that our self- TAOISM, OR DAOISM, is a philosophy (the continuing cycle of birth, life, knowledge is dependent on our centered on the belief that life is death and rebirth), Karma (action, experience of the world around us. normally happy, but should be lived intent and consequences), Moksha with balance and virtue. Its origin can (liberation from samsara or liberation be traced back to the late 4th century in this life), and the various Yogas BASIC TEACHINGS B.C and the main thinkers (paths or practices). representative of this teaching are Laozi and Zhuangzi. Key components