Question 1

Which of the following individuals is most likely to be diagnosed with a paraphilic disorder?

Accepted Answer

Mr. B's behavior involves nonconsenting individuals (strangers on the subway) and is therefore most likely to qualify as a paraphilic disorder, specifically frotteurism. The other scenarios do not necessarily meet the criteria for a paraphilic disorder. Ms. A's attraction to women does not involve distress or impairment, Ms. C's interest in animal sex may be considered unusual but not necessarily problematic, and Mr. D's masturbation habits do not involve nonconsenting individuals or atypical sources of sexual stimulation.

Question 2

According to results reported in your textbook, what is the percentage of women who successfully overcome vaginismus?

Accepted Answer

The majority of women who seek treatment for vaginismus can successfully overcome it, with reported success rates ranging from 80 to 100 percent. This high success rate is attributed to the effectiveness of therapy and treatment methods available for vaginismus.

Question 3

Drug treatments for male erectile disorder include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

Redux is not a drug used for treating male erectile disorder. It is a weight loss medication that was withdrawn from the market due to safety concerns. The other options - Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra - are all medications used for treating male erectile disorder.

Question 4

Recurring ejaculation that occurs before the person wishes it with minimal sexual stimulation is called

Accepted Answer

Premature ejaculation refers to the occurrence of ejaculation before the person intends to, often with very minimal sexual stimulation. Delayed ejaculation refers to difficulty or inability ejaculating despite adequate sexual stimulation, postmature ejaculation is not a recognized term, and vaginismus refers to involuntary muscle spasms in the vaginal area that prevent penetrative intercourse.

Question 5

Therapy for sexual dysfunctions such as hypoactive sexual desire disorder can best be described as

Accepted Answer

Therapy for sexual dysfunctions, including hypoactive sexual desire disorder, is not well studied and not available in all locations, indicating a need for more research and broader accessibility to effective treatments.

Question 6

________ are individuals who receive a sexual thrill from inflicting pain on others, and ________ are individuals who receive a sexual thrill from receiving physical pain.

Accepted Answer

Sadists are individuals who derive sexual pleasure from inflicting pain on others, while masochists are individuals who derive sexual pleasure from receiving physical pain.

Question 7

Greg and Diana often begin their sexual activity with Greg putting on a striptease show for Diana. They both report great satisfaction and excitement with this activity. In fact, Greg says that he gets aroused by exposing himself, and Diana reports getting aroused when she watches him undress. Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

Neither Greg nor Diana should be diagnosed with an exhibitionist or voyeuristic disorder because these behaviors involve consenting individuals. Their behavior is a consensual part of their sexual expression and does not cause distress or impairment in their lives. If these behaviors were non-consensual, distressing, or interfered with their daily life, then a diagnosis may be appropriate. However, in this case, their behavior is a healthy and enjoyable part of their sexual relationship.

Question 8

Most instances of rape

Accepted Answer

Most instances of rape are better characterized as an assault than by an act of sexual desire, emphasizing the power, control, and violence aspects of the act rather than sexual attraction or desire.

Question 9

When the term paraphilia is used to describe the behavior of a rapist, it means that the rapist is aroused by

Accepted Answer

Paraphilia refers to sexual arousal and fantasies that involve objects or situations that are not typically associated with sexual activity. In the case of a rapist, their behavior is often driven by an arousal to the act of forced sex, which is not a typical or consensual expression of sexuality.

Question 10

All of the following are true statements regarding transvestic disorder EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

This statement is false. People with transvestic disorder may have any sexual orientation or gender identity. The disorder involves recurrent and intense sexual arousal from cross-dressing or thoughts of cross-dressing, which causes distress or impairment in social, occupational, or other areas of functioning.

Question 11

One of the reasons that Viagra has become so widely accepted as a treatment for erectile dysfunction is that

Accepted Answer

Viagra is a preferred treatment for erectile dysfunction because it is an oral medication, which is less awkward and intrusive than other treatment methods like injections or surgeries. Additionally, the ease of taking Viagra has increased its acceptability among patients who may have been hesitant to try other treatments.

Question 12

Papaverine and prostaglandin, which are vasodilating drugs used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction, are delivered to the patient

Accepted Answer

Papaverine and prostaglandin are usually delivered by injection directly into the penis for the treatment of erectile dysfunction. They are not available as oral capsules or dietary supplements and skin patches are not commonly used for this purpose.

Question 13

As reported in your textbook, as many as 30% of Viagra users have experienced

Accepted Answer

According to the textbook, 30% of Viagra users have experienced severe headaches as a side effect. The other options (B, C, D) are not mentioned as common side effects of Viagra use.

Question 14

Which of the following treatments is NOT currently used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

Antianxiety medication is not commonly used to treat erectile dysfunction. The other options listed (vasodilating drugs, surgical prosthetic implant, vacuum device therapy) are all currently used treatments for erectile dysfunction.

Question 15

Charles gets very sexually excited by women's shoes. While he used to fantasize about women wearing particular shoes, he now focuses almost exclusively on the shoes themselves. Charles has a(n)

Accepted Answer

Charles has a fetish, which is defined as a specific object or body part that is necessary for sexual arousal and gratification. In this case, the object is women's shoes. It is important to note that not all fetishes are considered disorders or require treatment.

Question 16

According to the authors of your textbook, on many occasions, the sexual sadomasochistic behaviors themselves are

Accepted Answer

The authors of many textbooks on human sexuality often note that sexual sadomasochistic behaviors, when they occur among consenting adults, are typically mild and harmless, focusing more on role play and consensual power dynamics rather than actual harm.

Question 17

A fetish is a

Accepted Answer

A fetish is an attraction or fixation towards an inanimate object, material, or part of the body. While some people may view it as unconventional or abnormal, it is not necessarily a source of dysfunction, nor does it involve nonconsenting individuals. While it may dominate a person's sexual desires, it does not necessarily dominate their entire personality.

Question 18

A paraphilic disorder is defined as

Accepted Answer

A paraphilic disorder is a sexual disorder in which sexual arousal occurs almost exclusively in the context of inappropriate objects or individuals. This involves having intense and persistent sexual desires towards non-consenting individuals or engaging in risky or dangerous sexual activities. Examples include pedophilia, exhibitionism, voyeurism, and fetishism. It is important to differentiate between a paraphilic disorder and a sexual preference or kink, as the former causes distress or impairment in daily functioning.

Question 19

Approximately ____% of men and ______% of women age 75 to 85 were found to be sexually active in a large survey.

Accepted Answer

According to the text, approximately 39% of men and 17% of women age 75 to 85 were found to be sexually active in a large survey.

Question 20

Although vasodilating drugs such as papaverine and prostaglandin are effective in producing an erection for patients with erectile dysfunction, many patients discontinue use of the drugs because of

Accepted Answer

Pain associated with drug administration is a common reason for patients to discontinue use of vasodilating drugs for erectile dysfunction.

Quiz 9: Sexual Dysfunctions, Paraphilic Disorders, and Gender Dysphoria