Question 1

Dyspareunia is a disorder in which the muscles of the vagina contract, causing intense pain at attempted intercourse.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The group who experiences sexual arousal to cross-dressing is generally

Accepted Answer

A)  men with gender identity disorders. 
B)  those who report being effeminate as children. 
C)  those who like to dress like the opposite-sex but are sexually attracted to the same-sex 
D)  individuals with heterosexual gender dysphoria. 
E)  those diagnosed with homosexual gender dysphoria. 
A)  men with gender identity disorders. 
B)  those who report being effeminate as children. 
C)  those who like to dress like the opposite-sex but are sexually attracted to the same-sex 
D)  individuals with heterosexual gender dysphoria. 
E)  those diagnosed with homosexual gender dysphoria.

Question 3

A vulnerable man may be influenced by media portrayals, such that he may be more likely to offend.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Sanday's studies of patriarchal societies and rates of rape showed that

Accepted Answer

A)  men were more likely to say they would rape a women but less likely to actually do it. 
B)  rates of rape are actually higher in matriarchal societies. 
C)  rape was relatively rare in most tribal societies. 
D)  surprisingly, rates of rape were not as high in societies where men were already dominant. 
E)  rates of rape were much higher in patriarchal societies where women were seen as the property of men. 
A)  men were more likely to say they would rape a women but less likely to actually do it. 
B)  rates of rape are actually higher in matriarchal societies. 
C)  rape was relatively rare in most tribal societies. 
D)  surprisingly, rates of rape were not as high in societies where men were already dominant. 
E)  rates of rape were much higher in patriarchal societies where women were seen as the property of men.

Question 5

For the past several years, Jeremy has felt the need to run feathers over his partner's body in order to become sexually aroused. Jeremy would likely receive a DSM-IV diagnosis of

Accepted Answer

A)  gender identity disorder. 
B)  fetishism. 
C)  partialism. 
D)  sexual sadism. 
E)  frotteurism. 
A)  gender identity disorder. 
B)  fetishism. 
C)  partialism. 
D)  sexual sadism. 
E)  frotteurism.

Question 6

What did Marshall and Barbaree (1988) find in their study of the effects of their community-based program?

Accepted Answer

A)  Treated offenders tend to reoffend far less than untreated offenders. 
B)  Despite the benefits of treatment, there is little saving, in terms of financial costs, to society. 
C)  Phallometric assessment scores tend to be less deviant after treatment. 
D)  Community-based programs are more successful than prison-based programs. 
E)  Changing sexual offenders deviant sexual behaviors is very difficult to do. 
A)  Treated offenders tend to reoffend far less than untreated offenders. 
B)  Despite the benefits of treatment, there is little saving, in terms of financial costs, to society. 
C)  Phallometric assessment scores tend to be less deviant after treatment. 
D)  Community-based programs are more successful than prison-based programs. 
E)  Changing sexual offenders deviant sexual behaviors is very difficult to do.

Question 7

Which of the following statements regarding exhibitionists is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  There are no reports of exhibitionists ever committing rape. 
B)  It is rare that exhibitionists will commit other sexual offenses. 
C)  A substantial number of exhibitionists go on to more serious offences. 
D)  Most exhibitionists suffer marital problems, usually involving sexual issues. 
E)  Exhibitionism is a relatively rare phenomenon. 
A)  There are no reports of exhibitionists ever committing rape. 
B)  It is rare that exhibitionists will commit other sexual offenses. 
C)  A substantial number of exhibitionists go on to more serious offences. 
D)  Most exhibitionists suffer marital problems, usually involving sexual issues. 
E)  Exhibitionism is a relatively rare phenomenon.

Question 8

Joe and Beth have been married for over 10 years and have a satisfying marriage. Beth finds it very arousing and pleasurable to tie Joe up, dress in a leather outfit with spikes, and verbally degrade him. Joe is required to behave submissively during these acts. Both partners find this behaviour sexually enjoyable. Beth's sexual behaviour is best described as

Accepted Answer

A)  sexual sadism. 
B)  voyeurism. 
C)  klismaphilia. 
D)  fetishism. 
E)  sexual masochism. 
A)  sexual sadism. 
B)  voyeurism. 
C)  klismaphilia. 
D)  fetishism. 
E)  sexual masochism.

Question 9

Primary and secondary premature ejaculation is distinguished primarily by

Accepted Answer

A)  psychological health. 
B)  experience with sexual partners. 
C)  marital status. 
D)  age of the person. 
E)  ejaculatory control. 
A)  psychological health. 
B)  experience with sexual partners. 
C)  marital status. 
D)  age of the person. 
E)  ejaculatory control.

Question 10

Describe the psychological treatments used to treat sexual dysfunctions and conclude with how effective these treatments are.

Accepted Answer

The first treatment approach was that of

Question 11

The distinction between a child molester and a pedophile is mostly a matter of:

Accepted Answer

A)  preference for sexual behaviour with a child. 
B)  the age of the victims. 
C)  the age of the offender. 
D)  the presence of a mental disorder. 
E)  there is no difference between a child molester and a pedophile. 
A)  preference for sexual behaviour with a child. 
B)  the age of the victims. 
C)  the age of the offender. 
D)  the presence of a mental disorder. 
E)  there is no difference between a child molester and a pedophile.

Question 12

Describe the four stages of the sexual response cycle as described by Masters and Johnson.

Accepted Answer

William Masters and Virginia Johnson wer

Question 13

Which of the following statements is true about rapists?

Accepted Answer

A)  Almost all rapists show some evidence of sadism. 
B)  Most rapists are suffering from a DSM-IV-TR disorder at the time of the offense. 
C)  Sadistic rapists are the only rapists who show greater arousal to sexual assault on a woman than to consenting sex. 
D)  Serial sexual murderers are more common than was realized. 
E)  Almost all rapists also suffer from a personality disorder. 
A)  Almost all rapists show some evidence of sadism. 
B)  Most rapists are suffering from a DSM-IV-TR disorder at the time of the offense. 
C)  Sadistic rapists are the only rapists who show greater arousal to sexual assault on a woman than to consenting sex. 
D)  Serial sexual murderers are more common than was realized. 
E)  Almost all rapists also suffer from a personality disorder.

Question 14

Autoerotic asphyxia is seen in sexual ___________.

Accepted Answer

A)  sadism 
B)  masochism 
C)  addiction 
D)  fetishism 
E)  transvestism 
A)  sadism 
B)  masochism 
C)  addiction 
D)  fetishism 
E)  transvestism

Question 15

Mitka (1998) found that Viagra generated erections in __________ of men with severe erectile problems.

Accepted Answer

A)  2/3 
B)  1/2 
C)  1/4 
D)  3/4 
E)  1/3 
A)  2/3 
B)  1/2 
C)  1/4 
D)  3/4 
E)  1/3

Question 16

Overall, psychological sex therapies have been quite successful in treating sexual dysfunctions, including ______________, _____________, and ____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  premature ejaculation; vaginismus; erectile dysfunction 
B)  generalized sexual dysfunctions; lifelong sexual dysfunctions; developmental sexual dysfunctions 
C)  sexual aversion disorder; male sexual arousal disorder; dyspareunia 
D)  generalized sexual dysfunctions; acquired sexual dysfunctions; intermittent dysfunctions 
E)  generalized sexual dysfunctions; lifelong sexual dysfunctions; acquired sexual dysfunctions 
A)  premature ejaculation; vaginismus; erectile dysfunction 
B)  generalized sexual dysfunctions; lifelong sexual dysfunctions; developmental sexual dysfunctions 
C)  sexual aversion disorder; male sexual arousal disorder; dyspareunia 
D)  generalized sexual dysfunctions; acquired sexual dysfunctions; intermittent dysfunctions 
E)  generalized sexual dysfunctions; lifelong sexual dysfunctions; acquired sexual dysfunctions

Question 17

Briefly describe the comprehensive theories of sexual offending and how these theories contribute to effective treatment.

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive theories, such as that pro

Question 18

During the 19th century, if you were dull, untrustworthy or lazy, doctors would likely treat you by

Accepted Answer

A)  prescribing a high fat and a high sugar diet. 
B)  prescribing a diet of bland food. 
C)  placing you in an institution. 
D)  giving you herbs and spices. 
E)  ointments and lotions. 
A)  prescribing a high fat and a high sugar diet. 
B)  prescribing a diet of bland food. 
C)  placing you in an institution. 
D)  giving you herbs and spices. 
E)  ointments and lotions.

Question 19

A difficulty NOT identified by researchers of "normal" sexual response is:

Accepted Answer

A)  variability in normal behavior 
B)  sexuality being a private topic 
C)  gender-related over- and under-reporting of behavior 
D)  difficulty formulating the appropriate questions 
E)  people who participate in sexual research are probably different from those who do not 
A)  variability in normal behavior 
B)  sexuality being a private topic 
C)  gender-related over- and under-reporting of behavior 
D)  difficulty formulating the appropriate questions 
E)  people who participate in sexual research are probably different from those who do not

Question 20

Gender identity disorder is diagnosed when

Accepted Answer

A)  society's conception of the individual is discrepant with that person's biological sex. 
B)  the individual's gender identity is not consistent with his or her sex. 
C)  the individual shows signs of early sexual maturity. 
D)  the individual prefers to wear clothes not consistent with his or her sex. 
E)  the individual shows signs of hermaphroditism. 
A)  society's conception of the individual is discrepant with that person's biological sex. 
B)  the individual's gender identity is not consistent with his or her sex. 
C)  the individual shows signs of early sexual maturity. 
D)  the individual prefers to wear clothes not consistent with his or her sex. 
E)  the individual shows signs of hermaphroditism.

Dyspareunia is a disorder in which the muscles of the vagina contract, causing intense pain at attempted intercourse.

The group who experiences sexual arousal to cross-dressing is generally

A vulnerable man may be influenced by media portrayals, such that he may be more likely to offend.

Sanday's studies of patriarchal societies and rates of rape showed that

For the past several years, Jeremy has felt the need to run feathers over his partner's body in order to become sexually aroused. Jeremy would likely receive a DSM-IV diagnosis of

What did Marshall and Barbaree (1988) find in their study of the effects of their community-based program?

Which of the following statements regarding exhibitionists is true?

Primary and secondary premature ejaculation is distinguished primarily by

Describe the psychological treatments used to treat sexual dysfunctions and conclude with how effective these treatments are.

The distinction between a child molester and a pedophile is mostly a matter of:

Describe the four stages of the sexual response cycle as described by Masters and Johnson.

Which of the following statements is true about rapists?

Autoerotic asphyxia is seen in sexual ___________.

Mitka (1998) found that Viagra generated erections in __________ of men with severe erectile problems.

Overall, psychological sex therapies have been quite successful in treating sexual dysfunctions, including ________, _, and ______.

Briefly describe the comprehensive theories of sexual offending and how these theories contribute to effective treatment.

During the 19th century, if you were dull, untrustworthy or lazy, doctors would likely treat you by

A difficulty NOT identified by researchers of "normal" sexual response is:

Gender identity disorder is diagnosed when

Concepts of Abnormality Throughout History

Theoretical Perspectives on Abnormal Behaviour

Classification and Diagnosis

Psychological Assessment and Research Methods

Anxiety and Related Disorders

Dissociative and Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders

Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions

Mood Disorders and Suicide

Schizophrenia

Eating Disorders

Substance-Related Disorders

The Personality Disorders

Developmental Disorders

Behaviour and Emotional Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

Mental Disorders and Aging

Therapies

Prevention and Mental Health Promotion in the Community

Mental Disorder and the Law

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Exam 13: Sexual and Gender Identity Disorders

Dyspareunia is a disorder in which the muscles of the vagina contract, causing intense pain at attempted intercourse.

The group who experiences sexual arousal to cross-dressing is generally

A vulnerable man may be influenced by media portrayals, such that he may be more likely to offend.

Sanday's studies of patriarchal societies and rates of rape showed that

For the past several years, Jeremy has felt the need to run feathers over his partner's body in order to become sexually aroused. Jeremy would likely receive a DSM-IV diagnosis of

What did Marshall and Barbaree (1988) find in their study of the effects of their community-based program?

Which of the following statements regarding exhibitionists is true?

Primary and secondary premature ejaculation is distinguished primarily by

Describe the psychological treatments used to treat sexual dysfunctions and conclude with how effective these treatments are.

The distinction between a child molester and a pedophile is mostly a matter of:

Describe the four stages of the sexual response cycle as described by Masters and Johnson.

Which of the following statements is true about rapists?

Autoerotic asphyxia is seen in sexual ___________.

Mitka (1998) found that Viagra generated erections in __________ of men with severe erectile problems.

Overall, psychological sex therapies have been quite successful in treating sexual dysfunctions, including ______________, _____________, and ____________.

Briefly describe the comprehensive theories of sexual offending and how these theories contribute to effective treatment.

During the 19th century, if you were dull, untrustworthy or lazy, doctors would likely treat you by

A difficulty NOT identified by researchers of "normal" sexual response is:

Gender identity disorder is diagnosed when

Concepts of Abnormality Throughout History

Theoretical Perspectives on Abnormal Behaviour

Classification and Diagnosis

Psychological Assessment and Research Methods

Anxiety and Related Disorders

Dissociative and Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders

Psychological Factors Affecting Medical Conditions

Mood Disorders and Suicide

Schizophrenia

Eating Disorders

Substance-Related Disorders

The Personality Disorders

Developmental Disorders

Behaviour and Emotional Disorders of Childhood and Adolescence

Mental Disorders and Aging

Therapies

Prevention and Mental Health Promotion in the Community

Mental Disorder and the Law

Filters

Overall, psychological sex therapies have been quite successful in treating sexual dysfunctions, including ________, _, and ______.