Question 1

Explain the modern definition of the term disorder as it relates to sexual behavior. Why is the determination of a sexual disorder a somewhat subjective decision?

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Question 2

Explain the treatment methods of covert sensitization and orgasmic reconditioning. What do these two methods have in common?

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Question 3

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, ____% of men and ____% of women had 15 or more partners during their lifetime.

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A)  15; 10
B)  21; 8
C)  10; 15
D)  26; 6E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

A poor prognosis associated with the treatment of paraphilic disorders is related to all of the following factors EXCEPT

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A)  having multiple paraphilias.
B)  having had the paraphilia for more than 10 years.
C)  a history of unstable social relationships.
D)  continuing to live with the victim (an incestuous situation, for example) .E) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 5

JP often has problems with premature ejaculation. As he becomes more anxious about his problem, the amount of time between initiating intercourse and ejaculation will most likely

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A)  increase.
B)  decrease.
C)  remain the same.
D)  depend upon what is making him anxious.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 6

Recurring ejaculation that occurs before the person wishes it with minimal sexual stimulation is called

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A)  delayed ejaculation.
B)  postmature ejaculation.
C)  premature ejaculation.
D)  vaginismus.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 7

What is the suicide rate after sex reassignment surgery?

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A)  10%
B)  2%
C)  7%
D)  15%E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 8

What is the percentage of men over 60 with at least some impairment of erectile function?

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A)  3%
B)  5%
C)  20%
D)  60%E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 9

All of the following terms are associated with treatments for paraphilias EXCEPT

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A)  sexual surrogacy.
B)  covert sensitization.
C)  orgasmic reconditioning.
D)  chemical castration.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 10

Sexual dysfunction in the United States is experienced by

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A)  approximately 44% of women.
B)  under 10% for both men and women.
C)  approximately 21% of women.
D)  approximately 51% of the population.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 11

According to your textbook, the features of voyeurism include

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A)  behaviors involving the act of observing an unsuspecting person undressing or naked to become aroused.
B)  fantasies involving the use of nonliving objects.
C)  sexual urges involving the exposure of one's genitals.
D)  sexually arousing fantasies involving the act of being humiliated.E) A) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 12

The condition called premature ejaculation occurs most frequently in

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A)  older men.
B)  younger men.
C)  married men.
D)  divorced men.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT an important component of an assessment for sexual dysfunction?

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A)  A thorough review of family medical history
B)  Interviews and questionnaires
C)  A medical evaluation
D)  A psychophysiological assessmentE) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 14

The sex therapy technique designed specifically to treat premature ejaculation is

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A)  the squeeze technique.
B)  sensate focus.
C)  nondemand pleasuring.
D)  cognitive restructuring.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 15

The largest difference in sexual behavior for men versus women is that

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A)  men are more likely to be accepting of homosexuality.
B)  women are more likely to be accepting of homosexuality.
C)  men are more likely to masturbate.
D)  women are more likely to masturbate.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 16

One of the reasons that Viagra has become so widely accepted as a treatment for erectile dysfunction is that

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A)  it is more effective than the other available treatments.
B)  it is less expensive than other medications, such as vasodilators.
C)  people are unaware of the other options.
D)  an oral medication is less awkward and intrusive than other treatments.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 17

Describe the evidence for the genetic and/or biological basis for homosexuality, as well as the evidence for the environmental influences on sexual preference.

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Question 18

All of the following are true statements regarding transvestic disorder EXCEPT

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A)  people with transvestic disorder are either homosexual or transsexual.
B)  a significant percentage of individuals with this disorder are married.
C)  a survey found that 3% of men had experienced it at least once.
D)  sexual arousal is primarily focused on the clothing itself or thoughts or images of oneself as the opposite sex.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 19

Who will be most likely to have a sexual dysfunction?

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A)  Santo, a 28-year-old who sometimes gets overexcited and ejaculates after a couple of minutes
B)  Henry, who is 65 and once had a heart attack
C)  Imelda, who is 33 and sexually inexperienced
D)  Katrina, who is 65 and has sex only once a weekE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 20

The authors of your textbook suggest that one of the most effective treatments for many sexual dysfunctions is

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A)  exploration of the patient's sexual orientation.
B)  improving the relationship with the patient's partner.
C)  antianxiety medication.
D)  education regarding normal sexuality.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Exam 9: Sexual Dysfunctions, Paraphilic Disorders, and Gender Dysphoria

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