Question 1

Jim has had no interest in sex for the last three years and this greatly troubles him. Jim's diagnosis would be

Accepted Answer

Hypoactive sexual desire disorder is characterized by a lack or absence of sexual fantasies and desire for sexual activity for a period of six months or more, which causes marked distress or interpersonal difficulty. Jim's lack of interest in sex for three years and his distress about this issue align with the criteria for hypoactive sexual desire disorder.

Question 2

Three of the following statements about rape are myths. Which is the only statement that is TRUE (and not a rape myth)?

Accepted Answer

Consent is a clear and unequivocal agreement to engage in specific sexual activity. When a woman says "no" to any type of sexual activity, it means she does not consent to that activity. This statement is true and emphasizes the importance of consent, debunking common myths about rape.

Question 3

False beliefs about rape that tend to blame the victim and increase the likelihood that some men will think that rape is justified are known as

Accepted Answer

Rape myths are false beliefs about rape that blame the victim and can make some individuals believe that rape is justified. These myths perpetuate stereotypes and misunderstandings about the nature of sexual violence.

Question 4

Beliefs such as "women should not show direct interest in sex" and "men should take the initiative when it comes to sexual activity and should persist in their attempts to have sex even when the woman says no" are examples of

Accepted Answer

These beliefs are examples of gender role stereotypes, which are societal norms dictating how individuals should behave based on their gender.

Question 5

Dev and Linda met at a fraternity party and subsequently went out on a date. After the date, Dev went to Linda's apartment. They began "making out," and Dev became more sexually aggressive. Linda told him to "stop." Dev proceeded to have sexual intercourse with Linda even though she told him several times to stop. This example illustrates

Accepted Answer

Linda explicitly told Dev to stop, but he continued to have sexual intercourse with her. This non-consensual act is defined as rape.

Question 6

A man is likely to ignore signals that a woman wants his sexual advances to stop if he

Accepted Answer

Each of the characteristics listed (high in gender role stereotyping, belief in rape myths, and consumption of alcohol) can impair a man's ability to accurately interpret and respect a woman's signals to stop sexual advances. These factors can contribute to misinterpretation or disregard of a woman's lack of consent.

Question 7

After going to a movie and dinner, Juan asks Monica back to his apartment for a drink. While having drinks, Juan turns on an "old movie," and they begin kissing. As their romantic encounter begins to intensify, Monica tells Juan to stop several times, but he continues with his advances and has intercourse with her. Juan has

Accepted Answer

Juan committed acquaintance rape because he ignored Monica's repeated requests to stop, continuing with his advances without her consent.

Question 8

Which of the following are NOT considered sexual dysfunctions?

Accepted Answer

Voyeurism and fetishism are classified under paraphilias, not sexual dysfunctions. Sexual dysfunctions typically involve a significant disturbance in a person's ability to respond sexually or to experience sexual pleasure, such as issues with sexual desire, arousal, or orgasm, as well as sexual pain disorders. Paraphilias, on the other hand, involve sexual arousal to atypical objects, situations, or individuals that may lead to distress or impairment but are not considered dysfunctions in the same sense.

Question 9

A person who has little or no sexual motivation or has too much is suffering from a(n)__________ disorder.

Accepted Answer

Desire disorders involve a lack of sexual desire or interest in sex, which can manifest as either a significantly reduced interest in sexual activity (hypoactive sexual desire disorder) or an excessive interest in sex (hypersexuality). These conditions are related to the psychological aspect of sexual desire, rather than the physical ability to become aroused or achieve orgasm.

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT considered a sexual dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

Paraphilic disorders are not considered sexual dysfunctions but rather are categorized separately as disorders characterized by atypical sexual interests that may involve non-consenting partners, discomfort, or distress. Sexual dysfunctions, on the other hand, typically involve issues with sexual response or desire that cause significant distress or interpersonal difficulty, such as sexual pain disorders, orgasm disorders, and desire disorders.

Question 11

The belief that a woman who is raped by an acquaintance actually wanted to have sex is an example of

Accepted Answer

This belief is an example of a rape myth, which is a false belief or misconception about rape, its victims, and perpetrators. Rape myths often blame the victim and trivialize sexual assault.

Question 12

Which of the following would be considered a rape myth?

Accepted Answer

All of the statements listed are considered rape myths. Rape myths are false beliefs or attitudes about rape, its causes, and its victims, which serve to excuse sexual aggression, mitigate the perpetrator's responsibility, and blame the victim. Each of the statements provided perpetuates harmful stereotypes and misinformation about sexual consent and victim blaming.

Question 13

Desire disorders must be defined in relation to

Accepted Answer

Desire disorders are complex and can be influenced by a variety of factors, including the person's age, gender, expectations, and sexual history. Therefore, a comprehensive understanding and definition of desire disorders must take into account all of these aspects to accurately assess and address the individual's experience and concerns.

Question 14

Rashad has had no interest in sex for the last three years, but he is untroubled by this. Rashad's diagnosis is

Accepted Answer

Rashad is untroubled by his lack of interest in sex, which means it does not cause him distress or impairment. Therefore, it does not meet the criteria for a disorder, making "none of these" the correct choice.

Question 15

Regarding rape, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

The effects of acquaintance rape can be just as devastating as those of rape committed by a stranger. Victims may experience severe trauma, emotional distress, and psychological effects regardless of the perpetrator's relationship to them.

Question 16

Regarding rape, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Forced sex is considered rape regardless of whether a weapon is used or violence occurs. Rape is defined by the lack of consent, not the presence of violence or weapons.

Question 17

Problems in sexual desire, arousal, or response are considered to be

Accepted Answer

Sexual dysfunctions are issues in sexual desire, arousal, or response, not necessarily related to paraphilic disorders, neurotic disorders, or behaviors considered sexually deviant.

Question 18

Which of the following has been one of the most successful ways of preventing sexual assault?

Accepted Answer

Educating men about rape myths has been shown to be effective in preventing sexual assault by challenging harmful beliefs and promoting respectful behavior.

Question 19

In a recent study, college men read one of three stories, the first describing voluntary intercourse, the second depicting stranger rape, and the third describing date rape. This study showed that

Accepted Answer

The correct answer is based on the finding that individuals with high levels of gender role stereotyping showed arousal patterns similar to those of actual rapists when exposed to stories of sexual encounters, indicating a correlation between gender role stereotypes and the psychological responses to narratives of sexual aggression.

Question 20

Forced intercourse that occurs in the context of a date or other voluntary encounter is known as

Accepted Answer

Acquaintance rape refers to sexual assaults that occur between people who know each other, which can include dates or other voluntary social interactions, distinguishing it from stranger rape.

Quiz 11: Sex, Gender, and Sexuality

Jim has had no interest in sex for the last three years and this greatly troubles him. Jim's diagnosis would be

Three of the following statements about rape are myths. Which is the only statement that is TRUE (and not a rape myth) ?

False beliefs about rape that tend to blame the victim and increase the likelihood that some men will think that rape is justified are known as

Beliefs such as "women should not show direct interest in sex" and "men should take the initiative when it comes to sexual activity and should persist in their attempts to have sex even when the woman says no" are examples of

A man is likely to ignore signals that a woman wants his sexual advances to stop if he

Which of the following are NOT considered sexual dysfunctions?

A person who has little or no sexual motivation or has too much is suffering from a(n) __________ disorder.

Which of the following is NOT considered a sexual dysfunction?

The belief that a woman who is raped by an acquaintance actually wanted to have sex is an example of

Which of the following would be considered a rape myth?

Desire disorders must be defined in relation to

Rashad has had no interest in sex for the last three years, but he is untroubled by this. Rashad's diagnosis is

Regarding rape, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Regarding rape, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Problems in sexual desire, arousal, or response are considered to be

Which of the following has been one of the most successful ways of preventing sexual assault?

In a recent study, college men read one of three stories, the first describing voluntary intercourse, the second depicting stranger rape, and the third describing date rape. This study showed that

Forced intercourse that occurs in the context of a date or other voluntary encounter is known as