Question 1

Regarding male erectile dysfunction, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Fatigue, anger, and drinking too much alcohol can indeed cause erectile difficulties in males, even those considered healthy. These factors can affect sexual performance by impairing physiological and psychological processes involved in achieving and maintaining an erection.

Question 2

Which of the following sexual problems is NOT included in the DSM-5 ?

Accepted Answer

Hypersexual disorder is not included in the DSM-5, whereas the other options listed are recognized sexual dysfunctions in the manual.

Question 3

An occasional inability to produce or maintain an erection is a(n)

Accepted Answer

An occasional inability to produce or maintain an erection is considered a normal event and can happen due to various factors such as stress, fatigue, or alcohol consumption.

Question 4

Regarding sexual aversion, which of the following statements is\are TRUE?

Accepted Answer

All of the statements are true. Persons with sexual aversion can still experience sexual desires such as masturbation or fantasies (A), they often feel negative emotions towards engaging in sexual activities with others (B), and sexual aversion is categorized under sexual dysfunctions not otherwise specified, according to DSM classifications (C).

Question 5

Hypoactive sexual desire is said to exist when the

Accepted Answer

Hypoactive sexual desire disorder is characterized by a persistent or recurrent deficiency or absence of sexual fantasies and desire for sexual activity that causes marked distress or interpersonal difficulty, not merely a difference in sexual desire compared to a partner or societal norms.

Question 6

Regarding sexual desire, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Age and gender can influence sexual desire and its disorders, making them relevant factors in diagnosis and understanding sexual health issues.

Question 7

Male erectile disorder is characterized by

Accepted Answer

Male erectile disorder is characterized by the inability to produce or maintain an erection for approximately a six-month duration. This definition focuses on the persistent difficulty in achieving or maintaining an erection sufficient for satisfactory sexual performance.

Question 8

Causes of desire disorders include

Accepted Answer

Desire disorders can be caused by a combination of physical factors (like fatigue, illness, hormonal issues, and medication side effects), psychological factors (such as fear of pregnancy, fear of intimacy, or loss of attraction), and social or cultural factors (including strict religious beliefs or fears related to sexual urges).

Question 9

A male who previously could have an erection but can no longer do so is said to be suffering from

Accepted Answer

Secondary erectile disorder is the correct term for a situation where a male who previously could have an erection but can no longer do so. Primary erectile disorder refers to a situation where the individual has never been able to have or sustain an erection.

Question 10

Hypoactive sexual desire is

Accepted Answer

Hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD) is more commonly reported in women than in men. This condition is characterized by a lack or absence of sexual fantasies and desire for sexual activity, which causes personal distress or interpersonal difficulties. Studies and clinical observations have consistently shown a higher prevalence of HSDD among women.

Question 11

Although only a man and his partner can make this judgment, the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM)states that the erectile disorder involves a persistent difficulty for at least how many months duration?

Accepted Answer

The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) specifies that for a diagnosis of erectile disorder, the symptoms must be present for at least six months.

Question 12

Marcia is repelled by the prospect of having sex with another person. The thought of engaging in intercourse causes her panic and revulsion. Marcia has a(n)

Accepted Answer

Sexual aversion is characterized by a strong aversion to and avoidance of sexual contact with a partner, which aligns with Marcia's feelings of panic and revulsion at the thought of engaging in intercourse.

Question 13

Primary erectile disorder refers to a(n)

Accepted Answer

Primary erectile disorder is characterized by a lifelong inability to maintain an erection sufficient for sexual intercourse, distinguishing it from secondary erectile disorder, which develops after a period of normal sexual function.

Question 14

An adult male who has never had an erection is probably suffering from

Accepted Answer

Primary erectile disorder is the correct answer because it refers to a situation where an individual has never been able to achieve or maintain an erection. This distinguishes it from secondary erectile disorder, where the individual has had successful erections in the past but is currently unable to achieve or maintain one. General sexual dysfunction is a broader term that could encompass a variety of issues, not specifically related to the inability to have an erection. Repressed ejaculation refers to difficulties with ejaculation, not erection.

Question 15

Regarding male erectile disorder, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Primary erectile disorder refers to a situation where a man has never been able to have or sustain an erection. The statement in C incorrectly defines primary erectile disorder as occurring in men who previously had successful sexual performance but then developed a problem; this actually describes secondary erectile disorder.

Question 16

Although sexual aversion was considered a type of desire disorder by earlier diagnostic guidelines, a person with this condition today would be diagnosed using the American Psychiatric Association's 2013 guidelines as having

Accepted Answer

According to the American Psychiatric Association's 2013 guidelines, sexual aversion is classified under the category of sexual dysfunctions. It is not considered a paraphilic disorder, gender dysphoria, or a conversion disorder. Sexual dysfunctions encompass a variety of issues related to sexual desire, arousal, and response, and sexual aversion would fall under this broader category, potentially as a specific type of dysfunction or as a sexual dysfunction not otherwise specified if it doesn't fit neatly into other defined categories.

Question 17

Regarding sexual desire disorders, which of the following statements is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Hypoactive sexual desire disorder is generally more common in women than in men. This condition involves a lack or absence of sexual fantasies and desire for sexual activity, which can be influenced by a variety of factors including psychological, social, and biological issues.

Question 18

A person who desires sexual activity but does not become sexually excited is suffering from a(n)__________ disorder.

Accepted Answer

This condition is described as an arousal disorder. Arousal disorders are characterized by a desire for sexual activity but a lack of physiological arousal response, meaning the person does not become physically excited despite their desire.

Question 19

Some people don't merely lack sexual desire; they are repelled by sex and seek to avoid it. Although the person still has some erotic feelings and may still masturbate or have sexual fantasies, the prospect of having sex with another person causes panic or revulsion, a condition known as

Accepted Answer

Sexual aversion is characterized by a strong aversion to and avoidance of sexual contact with a partner, which can include feelings of panic or revulsion at the thought of sexual interaction, distinguishing it from the other options listed.

Question 20

Vaginal dryness in women and an inability to maintain an erection are signs of __________ disorders.

Accepted Answer

Vaginal dryness in women and an inability to maintain an erection in men are signs of arousal disorders, as these symptoms directly relate to the physiological changes that should occur during the arousal phase of the sexual response cycle.

Quiz 11: Sex, Gender, and Sexuality