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Chapter 8
Communicating Sexual: the closest physical encounter
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Communication
Undergraduate 1
03/02/2014

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procreational orientation
Definition
the belief that producing offspring is the primary purpose of sexual intercourse
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relational orientation
Definition
sexual intercourse is a way of expressing love and affection, and developing greater relational intimacy
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recreational orientation
Definition
viewing sex as a primary source of fun, escape, excitement or pleasure
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serial monogamy
Definition
couples are sexually active only with each other and do not engage in other sexual relationships until the current relationship ends
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scripts
Definition
social information that is displayed in everyday interaction
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sexual scripts
Definition
most often revolve around the initiation and acceptance or refusal of sexual advances
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