Question 1

Uma and her partner Nick like to indulge in extreme practices to enhance orgasm during intercourse.During one particular session,Nick collars Uma's neck to the extent that she accidently chokes and dies.Which of the following masochistic practices could have most likely caused Uma's death?

Accepted Answer

Autoerotic asphyxiation is a dangerous sexual practice that involves reducing oxygen flow to the brain to enhance sexual pleasure. It can lead to accidental death if proper precautions are not taken. In this scenario, Uma's death is likely due to accidental asphyxiation caused by Nick's collar. The other listed practices (sadistic exhibitionism, voyeurism, and frotteurism) are unrelated to the cause of Uma's death.

Question 2

Which of the following is a less pejorative term for sexual addiction but not recognized by the American Psychological Association (APA)?

Accepted Answer

"Hypersexuality" is a term that is sometimes used to refer to sexual addiction, but it is not officially recognized by the APA as a clinical diagnosis. "Hyposexuality" refers to a low level of sexual desire, and "excessive libido" could refer to a high level of sexual desire without necessarily implying addiction. "Oversexed" is a pejorative term that implies a negative judgment about someone's level of sexual activity.

Question 3

A frequent theme of nineteenth-century stories and novels is a passionate love relationship with a pale,weak,sickly woman who was close to death and is cherished even more after her death.Such stories may be said to have a

Accepted Answer

A necrophilic theme involves a fascination with death and the deceased, which is present in these nineteenth-century stories and novels featuring a sickly and dying woman who is cherished even more after her death. The other listed themes are not relevant to this particular subject matter.

Question 4

Which of the following statements about pedophilic disorder is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

Not all individuals with pedophilic disorder are exclusively attracted to children. Some individuals may also be attracted to adults, but still engage in sexual behavior with children due to their persistent and intense sexual attraction towards minors.

Question 5

The most common motive for necrophilia appears to be

Accepted Answer

The possession of a nonrejecting partner is the most common motive for necrophilia, as the corpse cannot resist or reject advances. Other potential motives may include a desire for power or control, a fascination with death or the dead, or a psychological disorder. However, possession of a nonrejecting partner is most commonly cited in cases of necrophilia.

Question 6

According to the DSM-5,the key criterion for a diagnosis of sexual sadism is

Accepted Answer

According to the DSM-5, the key criterion for a diagnosis of sexual sadism is sexual arousal by the infliction of physical or psychological harm to another. This arousal must be recurrent and intense, and the individual must have acted upon their desires with a non-consenting person or must have experienced distress or impairment as a result of these fantasies or behaviors. The fantasies or behaviors must also not be attributable to another medical or mental health condition or substance use.

Question 7

Renaldo is arrested for the abduction and murder of a heterosexual male.He describes having felt "alive" and "turned on" when he cut off the victim's penis.Which of the following might be one of his psychiatric diagnoses?

Accepted Answer

Renaldo's enjoyment of inflicting pain and cruelty on his victim suggests a diagnosis of sexual sadism.

Question 8

Which of the following psychologists developed and marketed the idea of sexual addiction.

Accepted Answer

Patrick Carnes is credited with developing and popularizing the concept of sexual addiction in his 1983 book "Out of the Shadows: Understanding Sexual Addiction." While other psychologists, such as Freud, have discussed sexual compulsions, Carnes is the one most closely associated with the idea of sexual addiction.

Question 9

A form of sexual masochism that results in as many as 1,000 deaths annually in the United States is

Accepted Answer

Autoerotic asphyxia is a form of sexual masochism in which an individual deliberately cuts off their own oxygen supply during masturbation to enhance sexual arousal and orgasm. However, this practice can lead to accidental death due to oxygen deprivation. It is estimated that there are up to 1,000 deaths annually in the United States related to autoerotic asphyxia. Sadistic rape, telephone scatologia, and necrophilia are not forms of sexual masochism that result in such high numbers of deaths.

Question 10

While waiting at a crowded subway station,Miley feels a hand trying to grope her behind.She soon realizes that it was the same person who had tried to "flash" at her minutes before.Considering that Miley discovers the act of frotteurism,the frotteurist is most likely to

Accepted Answer

Frotteurism is a paraphilic disorder in which an individual derives sexual pleasure or arousal from rubbing, touching, or pressing against a non-consenting person. The frotteurist is likely to try and flee the scene to avoid getting caught and facing consequences for their actions.

Question 11

Which of the following statements is CORRECT about sexual sadism and sexual masochism?

Accepted Answer

Sexual sadism and sexual masochism are both paraphilias that involve activities that are extreme, compulsive, and dangerous.

Question 12

What have researchers found to be the most common biological cause of paraphilias?

Accepted Answer

Researchers have not identified a specific biological cause for paraphilias, making "none of the above" the most accurate choice.

Question 13

The most common sexual objects of pedophilic disorder are

Accepted Answer

Pedophilic disorder is a mental disorder in which an adult or older adolescent experiences a primary or exclusive sexual attraction to prepubescent children.

Question 14

Almost all people with pedophilic disorder are

Accepted Answer

The answer of Almost all people with pedophilic disorder are
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Question 15

The term sexual variations refers to those sexual activities that are abnormal in nature.

Accepted Answer

The term "sexual variations" refers to a range of sexual behaviors and preferences that are consensual and not harmful. It includes activities such as BDSM, swinging, and polyamory, among others. It is important to note that what may be considered "abnormal" by some is not necessarily harmful or abnormal to others. It is important to respect and accept individuals' sexual variations as long as they are consensual and not harmful to others.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a sadomasochism script?

Accepted Answer

Hyperfemininity is not a sadomasochism script. Sadomasochism scripts involve power dynamics in which one person takes on a dominant role and the other takes on a submissive role. Hyperfemininity is not necessarily tied to power dynamics and is not inherently sadomasochistic. Choices A, B, and C are all common sadomasochism scripts. Hypermasculinity can involve the dominant partner asserting their dominance through displays of strength and aggression. Physical restriction can involve the submissive partner being physically restrained, limiting their movement and control. Psychological humiliation can involve the dominant partner humiliating the submissive partner in various ways to assert their power and control.

Question 17

What profession would provide convenient access to partners for a person with necrophilia?

Accepted Answer

A mortician handles the preparation of bodies for burial or cremation, providing convenient access to deceased individuals for someone with necrophilia. Plumbers, physicians, and zookeepers do not have regular access to deceased individuals in the course of their work.

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a pedophile?

Accepted Answer

Pedophilia is defined as a sexual attraction to prepubescent children, regardless of gender. It is not limited to little girls only. However, sexual attraction to minors under the age of consent is illegal and morally wrong, regardless of the gender of the child or the sexual orientation of the person.

Question 19

The most frequent sexual activity in pedophilia is

Accepted Answer

Fondling the child's genitals, legs, and buttocks is the most frequent sexual activity in pedophilia according to research. Oral stimulation of the child's genitals and vaginal intercourse are also common, but not as frequent as fondling. Mutual masturbation is a less frequent activity in pedophilia.

Question 20

According to the DSM-5,the key criterion for a diagnosis of sexual masochism is

Accepted Answer

The key criterion for a diagnosis of sexual masochism is sexual arousal produced by being humiliated or made to suffer. This arousal can either be through physical or psychological means.

Quiz 10: Variations in Sexual Behavior