Question 1

Deanna has never experienced an orgasm during intercourse but can achieve orgasm through masturbation. She is concerned that she has an orgasmic disorder. What should Deanna know?

Accepted Answer

Many women require direct clitoral stimulation to achieve orgasm, which is not always provided during intercourse. This does not necessarily indicate an orgasmic disorder.

Question 2

Treatment for a woman with vulvodynia might include __________.

Accepted Answer

Topical creams, such as lidocaine, can help alleviate pain associated with vulvodynia by numbing the affected area.

Question 3

Recent research on the effects of SSRI antidepressants on sexual functioning suggests that __________.

Accepted Answer

Recent research indicates that some sexual functioning impairments related to SSRI antidepressants may persist even after the medication is discontinued, highlighting the need for awareness and management of these potential side effects.

Question 4

During sexual intercourse, John is unable to focus on erotic sensations and allow reflexes like erection and orgasm to occur naturally. Instead, he focuses on self-doubts and thinks, "Will I be able to do it this time? Will this be another failure?" It is likely that John is suffering from __________.

Accepted Answer

John's focus on self-doubts and concerns about his sexual performance, rather than on the erotic sensations, is indicative of performance anxiety. This condition involves worry and stress over one's ability to perform sexually, which can interfere with the natural process of sexual arousal and response.

Question 5

Exercises in which sex partners take turns giving and receiving pleasurable stimulation in nongenital areas of the body are called __________.

Accepted Answer

Sensate focus exercises are designed to build trust and intimacy between partners by focusing on the sensations of touch without the pressure of achieving sexual arousal or orgasm, emphasizing non-genital touching initially.

Question 6

While the guidelines of __________ are not widely used by therapists today, their innovations are incorporated into the methods used in therapy.

Accepted Answer

Masters and Johnson are known for their pioneering research into human sexuality from the 1950s through the 1970s. While their specific guidelines might not be widely used today, their innovative work laid the groundwork for modern sexual therapy techniques, influencing the methods used in therapy.

Question 7

One study of postmenopausal women found that after using testosterone patches of various doses for 24 weeks, __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of One study of postmenopausal women found that...

Question 8

Which is an oral medication that relaxes the muscles that surround the small blood vessels in the penis, allowing them to dilate so that blood can flow into them more freely?

Accepted Answer

Cialis (tadalafil) is an oral medication that relaxes muscles in the blood vessels and increases blood flow to particular areas of the body, including the penis, which helps to achieve and maintain an erection.

Question 9

Which is a muscle relaxant that is injected into the corpus cavernosum of the penis, relaxing the muscles that surround the arteries in the penis, allowing the vessels to dilate and blood to flow more freely?

Accepted Answer

Phentolamine is a non-selective alpha-adrenergic antagonist that can be injected into the corpus cavernosum to cause vasodilation and increase blood flow, thereby helping to manage erectile dysfunction by relaxing the smooth muscles around the penile arteries.

Question 10

The drug __________ heightens brain levels of dopamine.

Accepted Answer

Uprima (apomorphine) works by stimulating dopamine receptors in the brain, which increases dopamine levels and can enhance sexual function.

Question 11

The drug __________ is used to treat Parkinson's and frequently has the "side effect" of an erection.

Accepted Answer

L-dopa is used in the treatment of Parkinson's disease and can have the side effect of causing erections.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is accurate about treatments related to sexual arousal?

Accepted Answer

There are more treatments available for males than females, including medications like sildenafil (Viagra) and tadalafil (Cialis), as well as other interventions. The development and approval of treatments for female sexual arousal disorders have been slower and less prevalent.

Question 13

Which of the following statements is accurate regarding orgasmic disorders?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of the following statements is accurate...

Question 14

The start-stop method was devised to treat __________.

Accepted Answer

The start-stop method was devised to treat premature ejaculation. This technique involves sexual stimulation until the person feels they are about to ejaculate, then stopping the stimulation for a while before starting again. This process is repeated several times before ejaculation is allowed, helping the individual gain better control over the timing of ejaculation.

Question 15

What is the treatment for when sexual pain is caused by vaginismus?

Accepted Answer

Vaginismus treatment often involves a combination of education, counseling, and physical therapy. Insertion of fingers or vaginal dilators of increasing size under relaxed conditions is a common physical therapy approach to gradually desensitize the vaginal muscles, reduce fear of penetration, and teach the woman control over these muscles.

Question 16

Erectile dysfunction usually develops after a period of normal functioning.

Accepted Answer

Erectile dysfunction often develops after a period of normal sexual functioning, typically as men age or due to underlying health conditions, psychological factors, or lifestyle choices.

Question 17

Women who have never had an orgasm by any means are sometimes labeled as non-orgasmic.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Women who have never had an orgasm...

Question 18

An individual usually takes on a spectator role because of performance anxiety.

Accepted Answer

Individuals often take on a spectator role due to performance anxiety, as they fear judgment or failure in front of others, leading them to withdraw from active participation.

Question 19

Premature ejaculation is a sexual problem in which a male persistently and recurrently has difficulty reaching orgasm, causing clinically significant distress.

Accepted Answer

Premature ejaculation is a condition where a male ejaculates sooner during sexual intercourse than he or his partner would like, not a difficulty in reaching orgasm.

Question 20

Painful intercourse is more common in men.

Accepted Answer

Painful intercourse, medically known as dyspareunia, is more commonly reported by women than men. This can be due to various reasons including physical conditions, psychological issues, or lack of lubrication.

Quiz 12: Sexual Problems and Solutions