Evaluate an individual's understanding of sexuality, sexual orientations, and gender norms, fostering awareness and appreciation in these vital areas.

Questionnaire: Understanding Human Sexuality

Understanding and Appreciation of Sexuality, Sexual Orientations, Gender Roles, and Norms

General Information

1. Name: 
2. Age: 
3. Sex: 
4. Education: 

About Sexuality

Select any one option to answer the following questions:

1. What is your understanding of the term "sexuality"?
1. Physical act of having sex
2. Being of a particular sex
3. Identifying as a sexual being
4. Performing behaviours in accordance with societal rules for specific sex
5. All of the above
2. What is the primary purpose of sex?
1. Reproductive – to bear a child
2. Relational – a natural part of intimate and loving relationship
3. Recreational – to give pleasure
3. What is the distinction between sex and gender?
1. Sex refers to social attributes, while gender refers to biological characteristics
2. Sex is biologically determined, while gender is socially constructed
4. What are the different components of human sexuality:
1. Biological and Physical
2. Emotional
3. Rational 
4. Behavioural
5. All of the above
5. I feel comfortable discussing questions about sexuality with my:
1. Family – Parents and/or Siblings
2. Friend(s)
3. Both of the above
4. None of the above

Do you agree with the following statements (Yes or No):

1. Current generation is more open about sex and accepting of diverse sexualities.
2. Society has become more accepting and empowering about female sexuality.

About Gender Identity and Sexual Orientation

Select any one option to answer the following questions:

1. Who/what contributed the most in learning about your gender identity and sexual orientation? 
1. School – Sex Education
2. Parents and Siblings
3. Cousins or other relatives
4. Peers
5. Other - please specify:

Do you agree with the following statements (Yes or No):

1. I sometimes doubt or feel uncomfortable with my gender identity.
2. Level of emotional bonding of an individual is related to their gender identity.
3. Workplaces should promote gender diversity/inclusivity.
4. Family reputation is affected if a member is homosexual, trans or queer.
5. I have faced discrimination because of my sexual orientation.
6. I am familiar with the concept of intersexuality (biologically neither male, nor female).
7. A person is born with a fixed sexual orientation, and does not have a choice.
8. I am comfortable watching LGBTQ+ characters in TV shows and movies.
9. I feel comfortable interacting with LGBTQ+ individuals.
10. The society should embrace diverse sexual orientations.
11. Same sex marriage should be legalized.

About Gender Roles

Do you agree with the following statements (Yes or No):

1. Traditional gender roles (male = bread-winner and female = household responsibility) are outdated and irrelevant in today's modern society.
2. Society and/or my family expects me to behave in a certain way because of my gender.
3. I feel/have felt pressure to conform to gender expectations regarding sexuality.
4. I have faced gender-based discrimination.
5. Son is a support to his parents during old-age, whereas girls belong to other families.
6. Boys are supposed to work and earn money, girls are supposed to do household work.

About Norms and Variations

Do you agree with the following statements (Yes or No):

1. Societal norms play a significant role in shaping attitudes towards sexuality.
2. Societal attitudes towards sexuality have become more progressive over time.
3. Societal attitudes towards sexuality vary significantly across different cultures depending on cultural norms and values.
4. I feel comfortable challenging traditional sexual norms.
5. An individual’s sexuality impacts the family’s reputation in the society.
6. Individuals should have the right to choose their own sexual partners.
7. Women also have the right to experience sexual pleasure (orgasms).
8. Sex education should be mandatory in schools.
9. Educational institutions can contribute to fostering a more inclusive and accepting environment for diverse sexual orientations.

Comments

1. Would you like to share any additional thoughts or comments you may have about sexuality, sexual orientations and variations, gender roles, societal norms etc.?

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