Question 1

A man whose erectile tissue is severely damaged would most likely benefit from which form of ED treatment?

Accepted Answer

A penile implant is a surgical treatment option for erectile dysfunction that can be effective when the erectile tissue is severely damaged, as it does not rely on the natural erectile process.

Question 2

A man has decided to have a penile implant to treat his ED. He must decide between a hydraulic device and a semirigid implant. Which factor would most likely cause him to decide against the semirigid implant?

Accepted Answer

The semirigid implant is harder to conceal because it maintains a constant state of rigidity, which can be noticeable under clothing.

Question 3

A young man has a very low sexual desire, does not have a sexual partner, and has no interest in having one. He works long hours and is committed to his new career. A routine physical examination shows that his testosterone levels are in the low-normal range. Would a doctor likely diagnose this man with hypoactive sexual desire disorder?

Accepted Answer

Hypoactive sexual desire disorder is typically diagnosed when the lack of sexual interest causes distress or interpersonal difficulties, which is not the case here.

Question 4

Testosterone supplements, such as testosterone patches, are likely to help

Accepted Answer

Testosterone supplements can help increase sexual desire in men who have low testosterone levels, as testosterone is a key hormone involved in male sexual function.

Question 5

Dyspareunia, or pain during coitus, is not listed as a male sexual disorder in DSM-5. This is most likely because

Accepted Answer

Dyspareunia is less commonly reported in men compared to women, which may contribute to its exclusion as a male sexual disorder in DSM-5.

Question 6

Jason, a 38-year-old man, grew up with a neglectful mother who never touched him. As an adult, he feels driven to masturbate and visit prostitutes frequently, which is becoming a financial stressor. A sex therapist might diagnose Jason with which condition?

Accepted Answer

Jason's behavior of frequent masturbation and visiting prostitutes despite financial stress suggests an inability to control his impulses, which aligns with an impulse-control disorder.

Question 7

One reason some scientists do not consider "sex addiction" to be an accurate description of hypersexuality is that hypersexuality

Accepted Answer

Hypersexuality does not involve tolerance or physical withdrawal symptoms, which are key characteristics of addiction.

Question 8

A 40-year-old man feels overwhelmed by sexual desire. He recently lost his job because he was viewing pornography at work. To control this behavior, his doctor would be most likely to prescribe

Accepted Answer

SSRIs (Selective Serotonin Reuptake Inhibitors) are sometimes used to help manage compulsive sexual behaviors by reducing sexual desire and impulsivity.

Question 9

A medical or pathological cause for compulsive sexual behavior is most likely if the person

Accepted Answer

A recent onset of symptoms may indicate a medical or pathological cause, as it suggests a change in the person's condition that could be due to a new medical issue.

Question 10

A man explores his erotic fantasies while surfing the web and fantasizing about the women in his daily life. He thinks about sex constantly but does not have sex with his partner because he fears he cannot fulfill her needs. This man's compulsive thoughts and behavior are most likely a

Accepted Answer

The man's compulsive thoughts and behavior are likely a defense mechanism against feelings of inadequacy, as he fears he cannot fulfill his partner's needs, indicating underlying feelings of inadequacy.

Question 11

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Question 12

Two middle-aged men have ended their heterosexual marriages to become a couple. Which issue are they more likely to face now than in their prior relationships?

Accepted Answer

They may face shame about their sexual desires due to societal stigma or internalized homophobia, which is more specific to their new relationship dynamic compared to their previous heterosexual marriages.

Question 13

A sex therapist is working with a newly married couple. Both were virgins when they got married and are finding that their uncertainty about which kind of touch their partner prefers is interfering with sex. Describe the type of exercises the therapist would be likely to assign and the reason for those exercises.

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Question 14

Explain the differences among dyspareunia, vulvodynia, and vaginismus. What treatments work best for these disorders?

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Question 15

Describe the treatments that have been shown to be effective in treating anorgasmia in women.

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Question 16

Describe factors that contribute to low sex drive in women and effective treatments.

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Question 17

A young man has struggled with premature ejaculation in all of his sexual encounters. He does not currently have a sexual partner and wants to resolve this issue before resuming partnered sex. What treatments would you recommend and why?

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Question 18

A man with no history of injury or medical disorders has started suffering from delayed ejaculation. He is now able to orgasm only after lengthy, solo masturbations sessions. Explain possible reasons for his problem and suggest treatment options.

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Question 19

Discuss the major physical, behavioral, and psychological causes of erectile disorder.

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Question 20

A middle-aged man with erectile dysfunction wants to improve his ability to obtain and maintain erections without making his sexual partners aware of his difficulties. What treatment options would you recommend?

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Quiz 13: Sexual Disorders