Question 1

The best thing for someone to do if they encounter an exhibitionist is to

Accepted Answer

If someone encounters an exhibitionist, the best thing to do is to try not to act shocked or alarmed because this further encourages the behavior. Exhibitionists thrive on the reaction of their victims, so it's important not to give them the satisfaction of getting a rise out of you. Instead, calmly and quickly remove yourself from the situation and report the incident to the authorities if necessary. It's also important to remember that the exhibitionist's behavior is not your fault and you should not blame yourself for their actions.

Question 2

Exhibitionists are usually

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Exhibitionism is a paraphilic disorder that is often chronic, with a high rate of recidivism. Repeat offending is common among exhibitionists.

Question 3

The AIDS virus can be transmitted by

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AIDS virus is not transmitted through food, sweat or tears. Additionally, social kissing is considered a low-risk activity for transmission of the virus. The most common modes of transmission are through unprotected sexual intercourse, sharing of needles or syringes contaminated with infected blood, or from mother to child during pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding.

Question 4

Chlamydia, hepatitis B, and pelvic inflammatory disease are examples of

Accepted Answer

Chlamydia, hepatitis B, and pelvic inflammatory disease are all sexually transmitted diseases, which are infections that are spread through sexual contact with an infected person. Endogenous infections originate from a person's own body, while exogenous infections come from external sources. Psychosomatic illnesses are conditions that are influenced by emotional or psychological factors rather than physical causes.

Question 5

Researcher Alfred Kinsey verified instances of orgasm in boys as young as five months and girls as young as four months..

Accepted Answer

Alfred Kinsey, in his research, reported instances of what he interpreted as orgasmic responses in infants and young children, including boys as young as five months and girls as young as four months, based on observations of their physiological responses.

Question 6

Which of the following sexually transmitted diseases can be currently prevented by a vaccination?

Accepted Answer

Hepatitis B can be prevented by a vaccination. Currently, there is no vaccination for AIDS, syphilis, or gonorrhea.

Question 7

Fiona has been experiencing pain and itching in the genital area due to water blisters being present. Her doctor tells her that she has contracted a sexually transmitted disease that can be treated but not cured. Fiona has

Accepted Answer

The presence of water blisters in the genital area is a common symptom of genital herpes, which is a sexually transmitted disease that can be treated but not cured. Gonorrhea, chlamydia, and pelvic inflammatory disease do not typically present with water blisters as a symptom.

Question 8

Marta has a fever and is experiencing intense pain in her lower back and abdomen. The gynecologist tells her that she has a sexually transmitted disease, which can be cured with antibiotics and is called

Accepted Answer

Symptoms such as fever, lower back and abdominal pain are typically associated with pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), which is often caused by sexually transmitted infections. Antibiotics can be used to treat the infection. Genital herpes and HPV do not typically cause these symptoms, and hepatitis B primarily affects the liver.

Question 9

Regarding the spread of AIDS and its impact, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A study of heterosexual adults found that the majority did not practice safer sex with their last partner, making statement C false.

Question 10

Regarding sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Gonorrhea can cause outward symptoms, but it has been shown to damage the fertility of both men and women. Therefore, the statement that says gonorrhea has not been shown to damage fertility is false.

Question 11

In North America, the people who are at greatest risk for HIV infection are

Accepted Answer

All of these populations are at increased risk for HIV infection. Men who have had sex with other men account for the majority of new HIV infections in North America, but heterosexuals with multiple partners and people who share needles for tattoos or drug use are also at significant risk.

Question 12

Tia has a sexually transmitted disease (STD) but is lacking obvious symptoms of this infection. Tia would be described as

Accepted Answer

Asymptomatic means showing no symptoms of disease. Tia has an STD but lacks obvious symptoms, fitting the definition of asymptomatic.

Question 13

Among gay men there was a sharp decrease in risky sex and an increase in monogamous relationships due to the AIDS\HIV epidemic. Unfortunately, this trend may have recently reversed because

Accepted Answer

New medical treatments have indeed helped HIV/AIDS victims to live longer and healthier lives, which might lead to a false sense of security and encourage riskier behaviors under the impression that the consequences of HIV/AIDS are less severe or immediate.

Question 14

Based on the frequency of orgasm from masturbation or sexual intercourse, the peak of male sexual activity is age 18, while the peak for female sexual activity occurs a little later.

Accepted Answer

Male sexual activity, in terms of frequency of orgasm from masturbation or sexual intercourse, tends to peak around age 18. In contrast, female sexual activity peaks a little later, reflecting differences in sexual maturation and possibly social and psychological factors.

Question 15

Regarding studies of sexually active teenagers and sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

It is possible for a person to have an STD without knowing it, as many STDs can be asymptomatic for extended periods of time. It is important for sexually active individuals to get regular testing and practice safe sex to prevent the spread of STDs.

Question 16

Regarding STDs and safer sex, choice, risk, and responsibility, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

In reality, many sexually active people underestimate their risk of contracting chlamydia and gonorrhea. Therefore, option D is false. The best choices for safer sex include using barrier methods such as condoms or dental dams, getting tested for STDs regularly, discussing sexual history and boundaries with partners, and being knowledgeable about the risks and symptoms of STDs. It is also important for individuals to take responsibility for their own sexual health and communicate openly with their partners about safer sex practices.

Question 17

Sexually active people often underestimate their risk of contracting a sexually transmitted disease

Accepted Answer

All of the provided reasons contribute to the underestimation of STD risk among sexually active individuals. Many STD carriers are asymptomatic, making it difficult to know if one is infected or if a partner is infectious.

Question 18

Regarding exhibitionists, which of the following statements is\are TRUE?

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Exhibitionists often feel a deep sense of inadequacy, which can drive their behavior as a way to seek attention or validation.

Question 19

According to the text, the AIDS epidemic has recently spread more quickly among

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The text indicates that the AIDS epidemic has recently spread more quickly among all the mentioned groups: heterosexuals and women, African Americans and Hispanics, and children.

Question 20

According to your textbook, which of the following is a FALSE statement concerning HIV and AIDS?

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HIV cannot be transmitted through casual contact such as sharing drinking glasses or eating food prepared by someone who is HIV positive. HIV transmission requires exchange of bodily fluids such as blood, semen, vaginal fluids, or breast milk.

Quiz 10: Human Sexuality