Question 1

How can chronic illness indirectly affect sexual functioning?

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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 desireE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 2

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 disordersE) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 3

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.E) A) and B)
F) B) and D)

Question 4

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 dysfunctionE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 5

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 ejaculationE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 6

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 preventionE) A) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 7

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 dysphoriaE) A) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

A)   groin pain
B)   dizziness
C)   addiction
D)   severe headacheE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 9

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?

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Question 10

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?

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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 treatedE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 11

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.E) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 12

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 strangersE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 13

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 supplementE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 14

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 partnerE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 15

What disorder is found almost exclusively among gay men?

Accepted Answer

A)   transvestic disorder
B)   voyeuristic disorder
C)   gender dysphoria
D)   pedophilic disorderE) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

A)   dyspareunia
B)   anorgasmia
C)   vaginismus
D)   sexual arousal disorderE) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 17

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 disorderE) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 18

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 disorderE) None of the above
F) B) and C)

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 foreplayE) A) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 20

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.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

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What is the main feature of sexual arousal disorders?

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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"?

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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?

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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?

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

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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?

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How can chronic illness indirectly affect sexual functioning?

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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?

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

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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?

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

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

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

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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?

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What disorder is found almost exclusively among gay men?

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

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

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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?

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

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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?

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

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