Sex

“In general use in many languages,
the term sex is often used to mean “sexual activity”,
but…”.1

Umbrella
What may the Sex Umbrella include?

Depending on the Source (DotS) this Umbrella may include:

  • Coitus
  • Consummation
  • Copulation
  • Intercourse
  • Sex
  • Sexual Intercourse
  • Vaginal Intercourse

Definition

What is sex?

DotS the definition of sex may vary. In Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research (SRH): Working Definitions – Sex the World Health Organization’s (WHO) working definition of sex is:

“Sex refers to the biological characteristics that define humans as female or male. While these sets of biological characteristics are not mutually exclusive, as there are individuals who possess both, they tend to differentiate humans as males and females”.2

In Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research (SRH): Working Definitions – Sex the WHO also note:

Sex“In general use in many languages, the term sex is often used to mean “sexual activity”, but for technical purposes in the context of sexuality and sexual health discussions, the above definition is preferred”.3

Health Care Provider

What if I would like help with sex?

If you would like help with sex, it may be in your best interest to choose to talk to your health care provider about this.

Health Topics A-Z

Where may I find Health Topics A-Z related to Sex?

In Health Topics A-Z you may find:

Health Topics A-Z

Links

Where may I find Links related to Sex?

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Links

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Sources

Where may I find the Sources quoted?

You may find the Sources quoted at:

Sources

  1. Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research (SRH): Working Definitions – Sex. World Health Organization https://www.who.int/teams/sexual-and-reproductive-health-and-research/key-areas-of-work/sexual-health/defining-sexual-health Accessed: 12 February 2024
  2. Sexual and Reproductive Health and Research (SRH): Working Definitions – Sex. World Health Organization https://www.who.int/teams/sexual-and-reproductive-health-and-research/key-areas-of-work/sexual-health/defining-sexual-health Accessed: 12 February 2024
Topic Last Updated: 24 February 2024 – Topic Last Reviewed: 12 February 2024

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