Question 1

Most instances of rape

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Question 2

All of the following are true statements regarding transvestic disorder

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Question 3

According to results reported in your textbook,what is the percentage of women who successfully overcome vaginismus?

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The textbook reports that with appropriate treatment, over 80% of women with vaginismus are able to successfully overcome it. Therefore, choice D (80 - 100) is the correct answer.

Question 4

As reported in your textbook,as many as 30 percent of Viagra users have experienced

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The textbook reports that up to 30 percent of Viagra users have experienced severe headaches, making it the most likely choice among the options given. There is no mention of addiction or pelvic pain in relation to Viagra use, and while dizziness can also be a side effect, it is less common than headaches.

Question 5

Charles gets very sexually excited by women's shoes.While he used to fantasize about women wearing particular shoes,he now focuses almost exclusively on the shoes themselves.Charles has a(n)

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Charles has a fetish, which is a type of paraphilia characterized by a strong and recurring sexual attraction to a specific object or body part. In this case, the object of his fetish is women's shoes. This does not necessarily indicate a dysfunction or disorder, as long as it is consensual and does not cause harm to himself or others.

Question 6

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

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Viagra being an oral medication is less awkward and intrusive than other treatments. Other treatment options may involve injections or surgery, which many men may find uncomfortable or embarrassing. Additionally, Viagra has been heavily marketed and promoted, leading to widespread awareness and acceptance of its use as a treatment for erectile dysfunction.

Question 7

Approximately ____% of men and ______% of women age 75 to 85 were found to be sexually active in a large survey.

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According to the text, approximately 39% of men and 17% of women age 75 to 85 were found to be sexually active in a large survey.

Question 8

Although vasodilating drugs such as papaverine and prostaglandin are effective in producing an erection for patients with erectile dysfunction,many patients discontinue use of the drugs because of

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Pain associated with drug administration is a common side effect of vasodilating drugs such as papaverine and prostaglandin. This can cause discomfort and lead to patients discontinuing use of the drugs. The other options do not accurately describe the reasons why patients may discontinue use of these drugs.

Question 9

According to the authors of your textbook,on many occasions,the sexual sadomasochistic behaviors themselves are

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The authors of many textbooks on human sexuality often note that sexual sadomasochistic behaviors, when they occur among consenting adults, are typically mild and harmless, focusing more on role play and consensual power dynamics rather than actual harm.

Question 10

One psychological aspect of voyeurism and exhibitionism that seems to contribute to maintenance of the disordered behavior is

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Voyeurs and exhibitionists often report feeling a thrill or excitement from the risk of getting caught, which reinforces the behavior and makes it more difficult to stop. This aspect of the disorder can even lead to intentional attempts to increase the level of risk, such as exposing oneself in a public place or secretly watching someone in a situation where discovery is likely.

Question 11

A fetish is a

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A fetish is an attraction to inanimate objects or very specific tactile stimulation. It is not necessarily a source of dysfunction or an attraction to non-consenting individuals. It may or may not dominate an individual's personality or sexual desires.

Question 12

________ are individuals who receive a sexual thrill from inflicting pain on others,and ________ are individuals who receive a sexual thrill from receiving physical pain.

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According to psychology and BDSM terminology, sadists are individuals who receive sexual pleasure from inflicting pain or humiliation on others, while masochists are individuals who enjoy receiving physical or emotional pain during sexual activities. Therefore, option A is the correct answer. Options C and D are incorrect because they refer to different paraphilias and are not related to sadism and masochism. Option B is also incorrect because it reverses the correct order of sadism and masochism.

Question 13

When the term paraphilia is used to describe the behavior of a rapist,it means that the rapist is aroused by

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Paraphilia is a term used to describe sexual arousal to atypical objects, situations, or individuals. In the case of a rapist, their arousal is linked to the act of forced sex, which is considered an atypical and non-consensual form of sexual behavior. Therefore, the best choice is A) images of forced sex.

Question 14

Papaverine and prostaglandin,which are vasodilating drugs used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction,are delivered to the patient

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Papaverine and prostaglandin are delivered to the patient by injection directly into the penis. This method allows for the drugs to directly target the area in need of treatment and provide a faster and more effective response.

Question 15

Drug treatments for male erectile disorder include all of the following

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Question 16

A paraphilic disorder is defined as

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A paraphilic disorder refers to an intense and persistent sexual arousal towards objects, people, or situations that are considered atypical or socially unacceptable. This includes an attraction to individuals or objects that are not physically mature, or who are unable to freely give/withhold consent, and that causes distress or harm, such as pedophilia, exhibitionism or voyeurism. Other paraphilic disorders can involve non-human objects, pain or humiliation, or even inanimate objects.

Question 17

Which of the following individuals is most likely to be diagnosed with a paraphilic disorder?

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Paraphilic disorders involve sexual behaviors that are considered unusual, extreme, or socially unacceptable. Mr. B's behavior of touching strangers on the subway without their consent would likely be considered a type of paraphilia known as frotteurism. Ms. A's fantasy about sex with women, while not typical for her heterosexual orientation, would not necessarily be considered a paraphilic disorder unless it caused significant distress or impairment in her life. Ms. C's enjoyment of bestiality in a one-time viewing would also not necessarily be considered a paraphilic disorder unless it led to significant distress or impairment. Mr. D's masturbation habit, while excessive, would not be considered a paraphilic disorder unless it involved non-consenting partners, unusual objects or behaviors, or caused significant distress or impairment.

Question 18

Greg and Diana often begin their sexual activity with Greg putting on a striptease show for Diana.They both report great satisfaction and excitement with this activity.In fact,Greg says that he gets aroused by exposing himself,and Diana reports getting aroused when she watches him undress.Which of the following statements is true?

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The fact that both Greg and Diana are consenting adults engaging in mutually pleasurable behavior means that they should not be diagnosed with a fetish disorder. Such disorders involve non-consenting individuals or cause distress or impairment. Therefore, option D is the correct choice. Options A and B are also incorrect because neither of them describes their behavior accurately. Option C implies that having a fetish is negative, which is not necessarily true.

Question 19

Therapy for sexual dysfunctions such as hypoactive sexual desire disorder can best be described as

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Therapy for sexual dysfunctions, including hypoactive sexual desire disorder, is not well studied and not available in all locations, indicating a need for more research and broader accessibility to effective treatments.

Question 20

Which of the following treatments is NOT currently used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction?

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Anti-anxiety medication is not commonly used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction. Other treatments such as vasodilating drugs, surgical prosthetic implant, and vacuum device therapy are commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction.

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