Question 1

What is the general term used to describe someone who is sexually aroused by objects or situations that are considered unusual?&#10;A)paraphilia&#10;B)sexaholism&#10;C)transsexualism&#10;D)asexual

Accepted Answer

Paraphilia is a term used to describe unusual sexual arousal to objects, situations, or individuals that are considered atypical or socially unacceptable. This includes fetishes, exhibitionism, voyeurism, and other non-normative sexual behaviors.

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT a sexual disorder listed by the DSM-IV?&#10;A)sexual orientation disorder&#10;B)paraphilias&#10;C)sexual dysfunction&#10;D)gender identity disorder

Accepted Answer

The DSM-IV does not list sexual orientation disorder as a disorder. In fact, the DSM-IV states that sexual orientation alone does not imply the presence of a mental disorder. However, the DSM-IV does list paraphilias, sexual dysfunctions, and gender identity disorder as sexual disorders.

Question 3

Exhibitionism,fetishism,pedophilia,and transvestism are all examples of __________.&#10;A)gender identity disorders&#10;B)paraphilias&#10;C)sexual desire disorders&#10;D)sexual arousal disorders

Accepted Answer

Exhibitionism, fetishism, pedophilia, and transvestism are all considered paraphilias, which are sexual disorders characterized by recurrent and intense sexually arousing fantasies, urges, or behaviors that involve unusual or socially unacceptable stimuli. Gender identity disorders, sexual desire disorders, and sexual arousal disorders are different types of sexual disorders that do not necessarily involve atypical or deviant sexual preferences or behaviors.

Question 4

Pedophiles are sexually aroused by:&#10;A)children.&#10;B)underwear.&#10;C)feet.&#10;D)animals.

Accepted Answer

Pedophilia is a disorder where individuals are sexually attracted to prepubescent children. This means that they are aroused by the idea or presence of children, which can lead to harmful behavior towards minors.

Deck 10: Sexuality and Gender