Question 1

Research regarding the success of treating paraphilias with procedures such as orgasmic reconditioning and covert sensitization indicates that

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A)   treatment is generally not successful.
B)   treatment is successful in only the small number of cases where the patient completes all treatment sessions.
C)   the number of cases in the research studies is too small to make conclusions at this point.
D)   treatment is generally effective.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 2

The prevalence of sexual arousal disorders appears to be

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A)   much higher for men than it is for women.
B)   much lower for men than it is for women.
C)   about the same in both sexes.
D)   slightly lower for men than it is for women.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

The original concept of performance anxiety as a cause of sexual dysfunction has been replaced with a more modern view that performance anxiety is comprised of

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A)   distraction, cognition, and depression.
B)   arousal, anxiety, and distraction.
C)   cognition, arousal, and distraction.
D)   arousal, cognitive processes, and negative affect.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 4

Development of sexual dysfunction can be viewed as a negative cycle that involves a variety of factors, since the typical case progresses in the following manner:

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A)   initial dysfunction may be triggered by an event such as substance use; concern about the dysfunction then leads to more dysfunction, and sex itself becomes associated with negative feelings.
B)   initial dysfunction may be triggered by an event such as substance use; this causes a strain on the relationship and reduces the intimacy in the relationship, which then leads to anxiety about one's desirability.
C)   initial dysfunction occurs through slow and gradual deterioration, possibly due to a medical condition; as the medical condition develops, the individual's concern with failing sexuality increases, resulting in relationship problems.
D)   a general medical condition triggers the first dysfunction, which is followed by increased anxiety; as the anxiety increases, the sexual dysfunction becomes more severe over time and causes loss of interest in sex.E) All of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 5

Some research suggests that as many as 80% of individuals taking medication experience some degree of sexual dysfunction, though estimates closer to 50% seem much more reliable.

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A)   SSRI
B)   beta blocker
C)   tricyclic antidepressant
D)   anti-hypertensiveE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

A paraphilic disorder is defined as

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A)   a sexual dysfunction.
B)   an attraction to inappropriate individuals or objects.
C)   an attraction to machines.
D)   a desire that dominates the personality.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 7

Two very common medical causes of erectile dysfunction are

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A)   asthma and diabetes.
B)   vascular disease and diabetes.
C)   vascular disease and asthma.
D)   arthritis and diabetes.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 8

Among men surveyed for a CDC study, were sexually experienced.

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A)   almost 100%
B)   just over 40%
C)   approximately 75%
D)   about 12%E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 9

Therapy for sexual dysfunctions such as disorders of sexual desire can best be described as

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A)   well-studied and widely available.
B)   well-studied but only available in specialty clinics.
C)   not well-studied and not available in all locations.
D)   not well-studied but generally available everywhere.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 10

Sexual dysfunction is often related to .

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A)   dislike for partner
B)   perception of self as less attractive than before
C)   guilt about sex
D)   all of the aboveE) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 11

Joe is homosexual and has an identical (monozgyotic)  twin named Sam. The following statement is TRUE:

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A)   Sam is more likely than the general population to be homosexual.
B)   Sam is no more likely than the general population to be homosexual.
C)   Sam is homosexual also.
D)   Sam is only likely to become homosexual if Joe is a positive role model.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 12

Premature ejaculations are

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A)   clearly defined by the amount of time between penetration and climax.
B)   generally a result of perception of control rather than actual time.
C)   always a sign of serious sexual problems.
D)   more likely in men with a higher level of sexual experience.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 13

Our current understanding of the psychological causes of sexual dysfunction suggests that the primary psychological factor in sexual dysfunction is .

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A)   anxiety
B)   distraction
C)   relationship issues
D)   unreasonable expectationsE) B) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 14

Gender dysphoria is characterized by dissatisfaction with

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A)   sexual experiences.
B)   gender role expectations.
C)   one's biological sex.
D)   media portrayals of gender.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 15

The most common of all the male sexual dysfunctions is .

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A)   erectile dysfunction
B)   inhibited orgasm
C)   premature ejaculation
D)   sexual aversionE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 16

The definition of fetishistic disorder is sexual .

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A)   dysfunction
B)   attraction to inappropriate individuals
C)   attraction to nonliving objects
D)   desire that dominates the personalityE) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 17

Treatment effectiveness studies of Masters and Johnson's sensate focus therapy have indicated that

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A)   certain aspects of the treatment such as two therapists and daily therapy are not necessary.
B)   many therapists using Masters and Johnson's techniques are able to demonstrate even greater treatment effectiveness than Masters and Johnson did.
C)   daily treatment is a critical component of the method.
D)   sensate focus is generally only effective when administered by Masters and Johnson.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 18

Happily married couples typically report

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A)   occasional sexual dysfunction that does not result in sexual dissatisfaction.
B)   occasional sex dysfunction that is associated with sexual dissatisfaction.
C)   very little sexual dysfunction.
D)   sexual dysfunction on the part of women but not men.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

Question 19

The new approaches to understanding and treating intersexed individuals that have been proposed recently (Fausto- Sterling, 2000)  are based on the concept of "five sexes," which include all of the following EXCEPT _______________.

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A)   "herms"
B)   "merms" and "ferms"
C)   males and females
D)   "andros" and "estros"E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Data from research studies on gender differences in human sexuality reflect all of the following themes EXCEPT

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A)   men show more sexual desire and arousal than women.
B)   men emphasize committed relationships more than women.
C)   men's self-concept is characterized in part by power, aggression, and independence.
D)   women's sexual beliefs are more influenced by cultural, social, and situational factors.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Exam 10: Sexual Dysfunctions, Paraphilic Disorders and Gender Dysphoria

The definition of fetishistic disorder is sexual .

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Among men surveyed for a CDC study, were sexually experienced.

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Sexual dysfunction is often related to .

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Therapy for sexual dysfunctions such as disorders of sexual desire can best be described as

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Research regarding the success of treating paraphilias with procedures such as orgasmic reconditioning and covert sensitization indicates that

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Some research suggests that as many as 80% of individuals taking medication experience some degree of sexual dysfunction, though estimates closer to 50% seem much more reliable.

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The most common of all the male sexual dysfunctions is .

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Gender dysphoria is characterized by dissatisfaction with

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Development of sexual dysfunction can be viewed as a negative cycle that involves a variety of factors, since the typical case progresses in the following manner:

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Joe is homosexual and has an identical (monozgyotic) twin named Sam. The following statement is TRUE:

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Premature ejaculations are

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Treatment effectiveness studies of Masters and Johnson's sensate focus therapy have indicated that

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The new approaches to understanding and treating intersexed individuals that have been proposed recently (Fausto- Sterling, 2000) are based on the concept of "five sexes," which include all of the following EXCEPT _______________.

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Data from research studies on gender differences in human sexuality reflect all of the following themes EXCEPT

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The original concept of performance anxiety as a cause of sexual dysfunction has been replaced with a more modern view that performance anxiety is comprised of

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A paraphilic disorder is defined as

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Two very common medical causes of erectile dysfunction are

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Happily married couples typically report

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Our current understanding of the psychological causes of sexual dysfunction suggests that the primary psychological factor in sexual dysfunction is .

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The prevalence of sexual arousal disorders appears to be

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