Question 1

Your text maintains that the past psychological approach to the treatment of children with gender dysphoria reinforces gender-specific stereotypes and may have moral and ethical implications.

Accepted Answer

The text states that the past psychological approach to the treatment of children with gender dysphoria reinforces gender-specific stereotypes and may have moral and ethical implications.

Question 2

For females, symptoms of female sexual interest/arousal disorder are primarily psychological.

Accepted Answer

Symptoms of female sexual interest/arousal disorder can also have physical components, such as vaginal dryness and difficulty with lubrication.

Question 3

A history of child abuse is neither necessary nor sufficient for an individual to become a pedophile.

Accepted Answer

While some individuals who have been abused as children may go on to become pedophiles, not all do. Additionally, not all pedophiles have a history of child abuse. The causes of pedophilia are complex and not fully understood, but it is not solely determined by past experiences.

Question 4

Pedophilic disorder is only found among men.

Accepted Answer

Pedophilic disorder can be found among both men and women. However, studies have shown that it is more commonly found in men.

Question 5

Testosterone replacement therapy may be effective for both men and women in overcoming some sexual dysfunctions.

Accepted Answer

Testosterone replacement therapy has been shown to improve sexual function in both men and women with certain types of sexual dysfunction, such as hypoactive sexual desire disorder. However, it is important to note that this type of therapy should only be used under the guidance of a healthcare provider and after proper evaluation and diagnosis.

Question 6

Certain medical conditions may cause a person to experience sexual dysfunction.

Accepted Answer

Medical conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, hormonal imbalances, and neurological disorders can cause sexual dysfunction.

Question 7

Pelvic surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation treatment have been associated with dyspareunia and hypoactive sexual desire.

Accepted Answer

Pelvic surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation treatment can have significant physical and emotional effects on a person, leading to sexual difficulties such as dyspareunia (painful intercourse) and hypoactive sexual desire (low libido).

Question 8

Men who cross-dress whether they become aroused or not suffer from transvestic disorder.

Accepted Answer

Transvestic disorder is specifically characterized by significant distress or impairment caused by fantasies, urges, or behaviors involving cross-dressing. Not all men who cross-dress experience such distress or impairment, and many do so for reasons unrelated to sexual arousal or without any psychological disorder.

Question 9

Systematic desensitization has been used effectively as a treatment for vaginismus in females.

Accepted Answer

Systematic desensitization, which involves gradually exposing the individual to anxiety-provoking situations while learning relaxation techniques, has been shown to be effective in reducing the symptoms of vaginismus in females.

Question 10

Dyspareunia is a condition limited to females.

Accepted Answer

Dyspareunia is a condition of painful intercourse that can occur in both males and females.

Question 11

Premature ejaculation is the most common male sexual dysfunction.

Accepted Answer

Premature ejaculation is indeed the most common male sexual dysfunction, affecting up to 30% of men at some point in their lives.

Question 12

Under stressful conditions, erectile dysfunction may be the result of a self-fulfilling prophecy.

Accepted Answer

Stress can cause performance anxiety, and the fear of not being able to achieve an erection can create a self-fulfilling prophecy, leading to erectile dysfunction.

Question 13

Voyeuristic disorder involves sexually arousing urges.

Accepted Answer

Voyeuristic disorder is a type of paraphilic disorder characterized by recurrent and intense sexual arousal from observing individuals who are naked, in the process of disrobing, or engaging in sexual activity without their consent.

Question 14

People who suffer from paraphilia often have more than one type.

Accepted Answer

Paraphilias are characterized by intense and persistent sexual arousal to atypical stimuli, fantasies, or behaviors. It is common for individuals with paraphilias to have multiple types or variations of the disorder.

Question 15

Sexual sadism disorder involves the infliction of pain or humiliation.

Accepted Answer

Sexual sadism disorder is a psychiatric condition characterized by recurrent and intense sexual arousal from the physical or psychological suffering of another person. This can involve the infliction of pain, humiliation, or other forms of suffering.

Question 16

The rate at which women experience a sexual desire disorder is twice that of men.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that women are more likely to experience sexual desire disorders compared to men, with a prevalence rate of approximately twice that of men.

Question 17

Physical treatments for erectile dysfunction almost always produce satisfactory results.

Accepted Answer

While physical treatments such as medication, vacuum pumps, and penile injections can be effective for some men with erectile dysfunction, they do not always produce satisfactory results and may have side effects. Other treatments including psychological therapy and lifestyle changes may also be necessary for successful management of erectile dysfunction.

Question 18

Few studies have addressed the validity of the diagnostic category "vaginismus."

Accepted Answer

There is limited research on the validity of the diagnostic category "vaginismus."

Question 19

The most common age of onset for all paraphilic disorders is adolescence to young adulthood.

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that most individuals with paraphilic disorders develop their sexual interests and behaviors during adolescence to young adulthood, usually between the ages of 13 and 18. However, it is important to note that some individuals may not exhibit symptoms until later in life, while others may experience the onset of symptoms during childhood.

Question 20

Across cultures, prevalence of erectile dysfunction is higher in Eastern Asia and Southeastern Asia than in Western countries.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that the prevalence of erectile dysfunction is higher in Eastern Asia and Southeastern Asia compared to Western countries. This may be attributed to cultural and societal factors, as well as differences in lifestyle and diet.

Quiz 8: Gender Dysphoria, Sexual Dysfunctions, and Paraphilic Disorders