Question 1

Suction devices have been developed as a treatment for:

Accepted Answer

A) dyspareunia. 
B) erectile disorders. 
C) premature ejaculation. 
D) penile enlargement. 
A) dyspareunia. 
B) erectile disorders. 
C) premature ejaculation. 
D) penile enlargement.

Question 2

Medical practitioners are concerned about the use of Viagra by:

Accepted Answer

A) females. 
B) older males. 
C) very young males. 
D) recreational users. 
A) females. 
B) older males. 
C) very young males. 
D) recreational users.

Question 3

During intercourse, Linda constantly worries whether her partner thinks she is attractive enough.Which form of cognitive interference is Linda experiencing?

Accepted Answer

A) Learning 
B) Factoring 
C) Spectatoring 
D) Discounting 
A) Learning 
B) Factoring 
C) Spectatoring 
D) Discounting

Question 4

Ashley is suffering from a condition where spastic contractions near the entrance of her vagina have made intercourse with her husband impossible.She has sought therapeutic help to resolve the condition.Identify the condition that Ashley is suffering from.

Accepted Answer

A) Satyriasis 
B) Vaginismus 
C) Anorgasmia 
D) Frigidity 
A) Satyriasis 
B) Vaginismus 
C) Anorgasmia 
D) Frigidity

Question 5

Which of the following statements is correct according to the cognitive-physiological model of sexual functioning and dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

A) Interpreting arousal as anxiety increases one's arousal further. 
B) Higher levels of anxiety increase one's sexual arousal proportionately. 
C) Interpreting arousal as sexual arousal increases one's arousal further. 
D) Physiological arousal does not lead to effective sexual functioning. 
A) Interpreting arousal as anxiety increases one's arousal further. 
B) Higher levels of anxiety increase one's sexual arousal proportionately. 
C) Interpreting arousal as sexual arousal increases one's arousal further. 
D) Physiological arousal does not lead to effective sexual functioning.

Question 6

A(n) _____ sexual disorder is a dysfunction that develops after a period of normal functioning.

Accepted Answer

A) chronic 
B) acquired 
C) lifelong 
D) immediate cause 
A) chronic 
B) acquired 
C) lifelong 
D) immediate cause

Question 7

Holly cannot orgasm through sexual intercourse.In fact, she has never had an orgasm in her life.Medically, Holly's condition is known as _____.

Accepted Answer

A) nymphomania 
B) satyriasis 
C) anorgasmia 
D) vaginismus 
A) nymphomania 
B) satyriasis 
C) anorgasmia 
D) vaginismus

Question 8

Endometriosis, cysts, pelvic infections, and allergic reactions can all cause:

Accepted Answer

A) vaginismus. 
B) dyspareunia. 
C) anorgasmia. 
D) orgasmic disorder. 
A) vaginismus. 
B) dyspareunia. 
C) anorgasmia. 
D) orgasmic disorder.

Question 9

In couple therapy, the focus of the therapy is on:

Accepted Answer

A) the couple's relationship itself. 
B) ignoring the antagonism and tension between the partners. 
C) the use of sensate focus exercises. 
D) the use of sex surrogates early in the treatment process. 
A) the couple's relationship itself. 
B) ignoring the antagonism and tension between the partners. 
C) the use of sensate focus exercises. 
D) the use of sex surrogates early in the treatment process.

Question 10

Distinguish between lifelong and acquired sexual disorders.Give an example of each.

Accepted Answer

Sexual disorders are classified into lif

Question 11

Scarring of the roof of the vagina, which can occur after a hysterectomy, is one of the causes of _____.

Accepted Answer

A) dyslipidemia 
B) satyriasis 
C) gonorrhea 
D) dyspareunia 
A) dyslipidemia 
B) satyriasis 
C) gonorrhea 
D) dyspareunia

Question 12

Which of the following would be an immediate psychological cause of sexual dysfunction?

Accepted Answer

A) Failure of the partners to communicate in matters relating to sex 
B) Failing to get an erection the first time one attempted to have sex 
C) Having experienced a parent's seductive behavior while growing up 
D) Having experienced severe punishment by one's parents for masturbating when growing up 
A) Failure of the partners to communicate in matters relating to sex 
B) Failing to get an erection the first time one attempted to have sex 
C) Having experienced a parent's seductive behavior while growing up 
D) Having experienced severe punishment by one's parents for masturbating when growing up

Question 13

One result of _____ is that the man cannot engage in sexual intercourse.

Accepted Answer

A) priaprism 
B) erectile disorder 
C) male orgasmic disorder 
D) anorgasmia 
A) priaprism 
B) erectile disorder 
C) male orgasmic disorder 
D) anorgasmia

Question 14

_____ refers to an interest in sexual activity that leads the individual to seek out sexual activity or to be pleasurably receptive to it.

Accepted Answer

A) Frigidity 
B) Libido 
C) Dyspareunia 
D) Nymphomania 
A) Frigidity 
B) Libido 
C) Dyspareunia 
D) Nymphomania

Question 15

A therapist who helps a client modify existing attitudes and thought patterns about sexual behavior is using a technique called:

Accepted Answer

A) behavioral therapy. 
B) desensitization. 
C) cognitive restructuring. 
D) aversive conditioning. 
A) behavioral therapy. 
B) desensitization. 
C) cognitive restructuring. 
D) aversive conditioning.

Question 16

Which of the following is the physiological component involved in female sexual arousal disorders?

Accepted Answer

A) Discrepancy of sexual desire 
B) Difficulties with lubrication 
C) Hypoactive sexual desire 
D) Lifelong female orgasmic disorder 
A) Discrepancy of sexual desire 
B) Difficulties with lubrication 
C) Hypoactive sexual desire 
D) Lifelong female orgasmic disorder

Question 17

What are sensate focus exercises? How do they demonstrate the effectiveness of behavior therapy?

Accepted Answer

Sensate focus exercises are techniques u

Question 18

_____ is associated with erectile disorder and results from an underfunctioning of the testes so that testosterone levels are very low.

Accepted Answer

A) Hypogonadism 
B) Hyperthyroidism 
C) Lipodystrophy 
D) Hydrocele testis 
A) Hypogonadism 
B) Hyperthyroidism 
C) Lipodystrophy 
D) Hydrocele testis

Question 19

Which of the following events would most likely have a negative effect on the sexual functioning of a person and result in a sexual disorder?

Accepted Answer

A) Growing up in a religious family and being taught that sex is dirty and sinful. 
B) Having an enjoyable first act of intercourse with a peer but at a young age. 
C) Using contraceptives during the first act of intercourse. 
D) Having a very strong libido and being paired for a short period with a person who has a very low libido. 
A) Growing up in a religious family and being taught that sex is dirty and sinful. 
B) Having an enjoyable first act of intercourse with a peer but at a young age. 
C) Using contraceptives during the first act of intercourse. 
D) Having a very strong libido and being paired for a short period with a person who has a very low libido.

Question 20

A pill that serves a similar purpose to that of intracavernosal injections and has been favorably received by users is:

Accepted Answer

A) Gardasil. 
B) Girosa. 
C) Viagra. 
D) Prozac. 
A) Gardasil. 
B) Girosa. 
C) Viagra. 
D) Prozac.

Suction devices have been developed as a treatment for:

Medical practitioners are concerned about the use of Viagra by:

During intercourse, Linda constantly worries whether her partner thinks she is attractive enough.Which form of cognitive interference is Linda experiencing?

Ashley is suffering from a condition where spastic contractions near the entrance of her vagina have made intercourse with her husband impossible.She has sought therapeutic help to resolve the condition.Identify the condition that Ashley is suffering from.

Which of the following statements is correct according to the cognitive-physiological model of sexual functioning and dysfunction?

A(n) _____ sexual disorder is a dysfunction that develops after a period of normal functioning.

Holly cannot orgasm through sexual intercourse.In fact, she has never had an orgasm in her life.Medically, Holly's condition is known as _____.

Endometriosis, cysts, pelvic infections, and allergic reactions can all cause:

In couple therapy, the focus of the therapy is on:

Distinguish between lifelong and acquired sexual disorders.Give an example of each.

Scarring of the roof of the vagina, which can occur after a hysterectomy, is one of the causes of _____.

Which of the following would be an immediate psychological cause of sexual dysfunction?

One result of _____ is that the man cannot engage in sexual intercourse.

_____ refers to an interest in sexual activity that leads the individual to seek out sexual activity or to be pleasurably receptive to it.

A therapist who helps a client modify existing attitudes and thought patterns about sexual behavior is using a technique called:

Which of the following is the physiological component involved in female sexual arousal disorders?

What are sensate focus exercises? How do they demonstrate the effectiveness of behavior therapy?

_____ is associated with erectile disorder and results from an underfunctioning of the testes so that testosterone levels are very low.

Which of the following events would most likely have a negative effect on the sexual functioning of a person and result in a sexual disorder?

A pill that serves a similar purpose to that of intracavernosal injections and has been favorably received by users is:

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Exam 17: Sexual Disorders and Sex Therapy

Suction devices have been developed as a treatment for:

Medical practitioners are concerned about the use of Viagra by:

During intercourse, Linda constantly worries whether her partner thinks she is attractive enough.Which form of cognitive interference is Linda experiencing?

Ashley is suffering from a condition where spastic contractions near the entrance of her vagina have made intercourse with her husband impossible.She has sought therapeutic help to resolve the condition.Identify the condition that Ashley is suffering from.

Which of the following statements is correct according to the cognitive-physiological model of sexual functioning and dysfunction?

A(n) _____ sexual disorder is a dysfunction that develops after a period of normal functioning.

Holly cannot orgasm through sexual intercourse.In fact, she has never had an orgasm in her life.Medically, Holly's condition is known as _____.

Endometriosis, cysts, pelvic infections, and allergic reactions can all cause:

In couple therapy, the focus of the therapy is on:

Distinguish between lifelong and acquired sexual disorders.Give an example of each.

Scarring of the roof of the vagina, which can occur after a hysterectomy, is one of the causes of _____.

Which of the following would be an immediate psychological cause of sexual dysfunction?

One result of _____ is that the man cannot engage in sexual intercourse.

_____ refers to an interest in sexual activity that leads the individual to seek out sexual activity or to be pleasurably receptive to it.

A therapist who helps a client modify existing attitudes and thought patterns about sexual behavior is using a technique called:

Which of the following is the physiological component involved in female sexual arousal disorders?

What are sensate focus exercises? How do they demonstrate the effectiveness of behavior therapy?

_____ is associated with erectile disorder and results from an underfunctioning of the testes so that testosterone levels are very low.

Which of the following events would most likely have a negative effect on the sexual functioning of a person and result in a sexual disorder?

A pill that serves a similar purpose to that of intracavernosal injections and has been favorably received by users is:

Sexuality in Perspective

Theoretical Perspectives on Sexuality

Sex Research

Sexual Anatomy

Sex Hormones, Sexual Diff Erentiation, and the Menstrual Cycle

Conception, Pregnancy, Childbirth

Contraception and Abortion

Sexual Arousal

Sexuality and the Life Cycle: Childhood and Adolescence

Sexuality and the Life Cycle: Adulthood

Attraction, Love, and Communication

Gender and Sexuality

Sexual Orientation: Gay, Straight, or BI

Variations in Sexual Behavior

Sexual Coercion

Sex for Sale

Sexually Transmitted Infections

Ethics, Religion, and Sexuality

Sex and the Law

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