Question 1

Roderick and his partner are seeking treatment for Roderick's premature ejaculation.The therapist encourages the couple to stimulate Roderick's penis to nearly full erection and then to compress the penis firmly to quickly reduce arousal.After repeating this process,insertion is to be attempted without thrusting,and the penis removed if arousal proceeds too quickly.What is this treatment called?

Accepted Answer

A)  erotic desensitization 
B)  stimulus removal 
C)  the squeeze technique 
D)  retarded ejaculation

Question 2

Sherri and Leo have been having some sexual difficulties lately.Both have experienced some symptoms of sexual arousal disorders.They decide to have a few glasses of wine before engaging in sex tonight.How would you rate this idea?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is a bad idea, as it could further impair arousal. 
B)  It is a bad idea, as it tends to decrease desire. 
C)  It is a good idea, as it could help performance. 
D)  It is a good idea, as it could help desire.

Question 3

What side effect do approximately 30 percent of Viagra users experience?

Accepted Answer

A)  groin pain 
B)  dizziness 
C)  addiction 
D)  severe headache

Question 4

What disorder is found almost exclusively among gay men?

Accepted Answer

A)  transvestic disorder 
B)  voyeuristic disorder 
C)  gender dysphoria 
D)  pedophilic disorder

Question 5

Stage two of sensate focus involves genital pleasuring but prohibits intercourse or orgasm.What is the main purpose of this stage?

Accepted Answer

A)  to provide increased anticipation of intercourse 
B)  to allow sexual experience without the anxiety of performance 
C)  to provide a break from the "usual" way that the couple has sex 
D)  to allow each individual to communicate his or her desires to the partner

Question 6

Tom is having difficulties with his sex life because he climaxes as soon as he enters his partner.Sometimes he climaxes even before he enters his partner.What is Tom experiencing?

Accepted Answer

A)  male erectile disorder 
B)  premature ejaculation 
C)  hypoactive sexual desire disorder 
D)  male orgasmic disorder

Question 7

How can chronic illness indirectly affect sexual functioning?

Accepted Answer

A)  by causing fatigue, which then contributes to lack of sexual desire 
B)  by separating sexual partners when one is hospitalized 
C)  by making individuals overly cautious about the physical exertion involved in sexual activity 
D)  by gradually creating an emotional distance between the sexual partners, which in turn, lessens sexual desire

Question 8

Explain the features of the treatment options (psychosocial and surgical sex reassignment)for gender dysphoria.Why is it so important for the patient to consider treatment options very carefully?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain the features of the treatment options...

Question 9

What is the common outcome of occasional sexual dysfunction in married couples?

Accepted Answer

A)  It does not necessarily lead to sexual dissatisfaction. 
B)  It is extremely stressful for any marriage. 
C)  It is a normal though stressful part of every marriage. 
D)  It is the greatest single cause of marital discord.

Question 10

Vasodilating drugs such as papaverine and prostaglandin are used in the treatment of erectile dysfunction.How are these drugs delivered to the patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  by injection into the arm or hip 
B)  by injection directly into the penis 
C)  in a capsule taken orally 
D)  as a dietary supplement

Question 11

Orgasmic reconditioning and covert desensitization are effective methods for treating what type of disorder(s)?

Accepted Answer

A)  paraphilias 
B)  erectile dysfunction 
C)  arousal disorders in women 
D)  gender dysphoria

Question 12

Which of the following groups of men are most likely to believe common sexual myths,such as "women normally reach orgasm every time they have intercourse"?

Accepted Answer

A)  men who do not have sexual disorders 
B)  men with conservative sexual attitudes 
C)  men who are homosexual 
D)  men who have sexual disorders

Question 13

Frank is upset because he thinks he may have more than one sexual dysfunction and he thinks that this makes his case very unusual.How is Frank's doctor likely to respond to Frank's concern?

Accepted Answer

A)  by telling him it is difficult to know because patients are reluctant to report more than one problem because of the stigma they feel 
B)  by telling him it is difficult to answer because some symptoms of sexual dysfunction are caused by medication but are, in fact, not true sexual dysfunctions 
C)  by telling him that seldom does one sexual dysfunction present in isolation 
D)  by telling him he is right, it is very uncommon, but that each condition can still most likely be treated

Question 14

What is the main feature of sexual arousal disorders?

Accepted Answer

A)  an excessively high expectation of sex, followed by continual disappointment 
B)  an obsession with sex, to the exclusion of any other distraction 
C)  a lack of physical sexual response despite desire for sex 
D)  a normal desire for sex, but a physical sexual response that is only possible with strangers

Question 15

Which type of sexual pain is related to pelvic muscle tension?

Accepted Answer

A)  dyspareunia 
B)  anorgasmia 
C)  vaginismus 
D)  sexual arousal disorder

Question 16

What happens to the prevalence of hypoactive sexual desire disorder with age?

Accepted Answer

A)  For men, it stays the same; for women, it decreases. 
B)  For men, it increases; for women, it decreases. 
C)  For men, it increases; for women, it stays the same. 
D)  For men, it increases; for women, it increases.

Question 17

Which of the following is a psychosocial treatment carried out entirely in the imagination of the patient?

Accepted Answer

A)  orgasmic reconditioning 
B)  covert desensitization 
C)  imaginary relapse reconditioning 
D)  relapse prevention

Question 18

David has no interest in sex at all.He has no sexual fantasies and no desire to engage in sexual activity.While he does not find sex disgusting or revolting,he does not understand what others find so exciting about it.He feels just fine remaining celibate.What condition does he most likely have?

Accepted Answer

A)  dyspareunia 
B)  hypoactive sexual disorder 
C)  male erectile disorder 
D)  sexual aversion disorder

Question 19

Reissing and colleagues (1999)have been critical of the focus on the achievement of penile-vaginal intercourse as the sole indicator of sex therapy "success." What do they argue that additional outcomes should include?

Accepted Answer

A)  whether the couple is experiencing greater sexual satisfaction 
B)  improvement of sexual skills 
C)  whether the original relationship problems have been resolved 
D)  increasing the length of time spent by the couple in foreplay

Question 20

Sarah was sent home from sex therapy with an assignment to purchase a vibrator and practice masturbating.What disorder is Sarah MOST likely being treated for?

Accepted Answer

A)  female orgasmic disorder 
B)  vaginismus 
C)  hypoactive sexual desire disorder 
D)  clitoral dysfunction

Exam 10: Sexual Dysfunctions,Paraphilic Disorders,and Gender Dysphoria