Question 1

Which of the following is NOT a sexual dysfunction associated with the desire/arousal phase of sexual activity?

Accepted Answer

Delayed ejaculation is associated with the orgasm phase, not the desire/arousal phase.

Question 2

The female corollary to male hypoactive sexual desire disorder is female

Accepted Answer

Female sexual interest/arousal disorder is the equivalent condition in females to male hypoactive sexual desire disorder, characterized by a lack of sexual interest or arousal.

Question 3

A diagnosis of ____ is often made when a sexual partner is dissatisfied because a male partner reached orgasm before they both wanted it to occur.

Accepted Answer

Premature ejaculation is a condition where a male reaches orgasm and ejaculates sooner than desired, often leading to dissatisfaction for both partners.

Question 4

When a man reach orgasm with very little stimulation or before he wishes, such as before penetration, he may have

Accepted Answer

Premature ejaculation is a condition in which a man reaches orgasm with very little stimulation or before he wishes, such as before penetration.

Question 5

In order to receive a diagnosis of male hypoactive sexual desire disorder, symptoms must be present for at least

Accepted Answer

The DSM-5 criteria for male hypoactive sexual desire disorder require that symptoms be present for at least 6 months.

Question 6

When would an erectile disorder diagnosis be inappropriate?

Accepted Answer

An erectile disorder diagnosis is inappropriate if the individual is not distressed by the inability to attain an erection, as personal distress is a key criterion for diagnosing sexual dysfunctions.

Question 7

Bianca is completely disinterested in sex. She has almost no sex drive. She is not married, and her boyfriend is also not really interested in sex. They enjoy each other's companionship, but rarely engage in sexual activity. Does Bianca have a sexual dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

Bianca's lack of interest in sex is not causing any interpersonal problems or distress for her or her boyfriend, so it does not qualify as a sexual dysfunction.

Question 8

Men experiencing a lack of sexual interest or desire might have a diagnosis of ____ disorder, whereas women who are not interested in sexual activity might have a diagnosis of ____ disorder.

Accepted Answer

Men with a lack of sexual interest may be diagnosed with male hypoactive sexual desire disorder, while women with similar symptoms may be diagnosed with female sexual interest/arousal disorder.

Question 9

A diagnosis of hypoactive sexual desire disorder would not be made if a person was unable to have sex or had other problems that prevented all sexual activity. Hypoactive sexual desire disorder refers to someone who

Accepted Answer

Hypoactive sexual desire disorder is characterized by a lack of sexual desire or interest in sexual activity, not due to external factors or other sexual dysfunctions.

Question 10

Cynthia had a desire for sexual activity, but when involved sexual activity, she had a noticeable lack of genital arousal. This problem is often referred to as

Accepted Answer

Female sexual interest/arousal disorder is characterized by a lack of sexual interest or arousal in women, which can include a lack of genital arousal despite having a desire for sexual activity.

Question 11

Nancy has been sexually active for years, and is happily married. However, she does not think she has ever had an orgasm. Nancy may have

Accepted Answer

Nancy's situation aligns with female orgasmic disorder, which is characterized by a delay in, infrequency of, or absence of orgasm despite adequate sexual stimulation and arousal.

Question 12

George has suffered from various forms of impotence, which are collectively called

Accepted Answer

Erectile disorder is a condition in which a man is unable to achieve or maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse. It is one of the most common forms of male sexual dysfunction.

Question 13

Problems that occur during the regular sexual activity are known as

Accepted Answer

Sexual dysfunctions refer to problems that occur during regular sexual activity, affecting the sexual response cycle or causing distress.

Question 14

Sexual dysfunctions in women that are involved in the phase of sexual activity in which sexual excitement builds are known as

Accepted Answer

Female sexual interest/arousal disorder involves difficulties in the phase of sexual activity where sexual excitement builds, affecting both interest and arousal.

Question 15

Sexual dysfunctions may involve all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Sexual dysfunctions typically involve issues with the sexual response cycle, such as problems with desire, arousal, or orgasm, rather than unusual sexual behavior, which may be categorized differently.

Question 16

Sexual dysfunctions that begin after a time when a person has had no problem in sexual relations are known as

Accepted Answer

Acquired sexual dysfunctions develop after a period of normal sexual functioning, as opposed to lifelong dysfunctions which are present from the beginning of sexual experience.

Question 17

Jason has difficulty obtaining and maintaining an erection during sexual relations. He is most likely experiencing

Accepted Answer

Erectile disorder is characterized by difficulty in obtaining or maintaining an erection during sexual activity.

Question 18

Regular sexual activity usually means a cycle of

Accepted Answer

The answer of Regular sexual activity usually means a cycle...

Question 19

Sexual dysfunctions may be categorized as

Accepted Answer

Sexual dysfunctions are categorized as generalized, occurring in all situations, or situational, occurring only in specific situations or with specific partners.

Question 20

When a male experiences a late or absent orgasm during sexual relations, he may suffer from

Accepted Answer

Delayed ejaculation is a condition where a male experiences a late or absent orgasm during sexual activity.

Quiz 11: Sexual Dysfunctions Paraphilic Disorders and Gender Dysphoria