Chapter.11 Full Test Bank Sexual And Relationship Problems

Chapter 11 Test Bank
 

1. Which of the following is not one of Kaplan's stages of sexual functioning? 

A. arousal

B. orgasm

C. desire

D. dysfunction

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

2. Older individuals are more likely to maintain good sexual functioning if they: 

A. are physically inactive.

B. take a number of medications.

C. are generally physically active.

D. experience medical problems.

E. are not in a relationship.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

3. In the Middle Ages, unusual or deviant sexual behaviours (paraphilias) were thought to be: 

A. due to defective psychosexual development.

B. illnesses.

C. caused by supernatural forces (witches or demons).

D. due to childhood trauma.

E. due to parental influence.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.2 Specify the diagnostic criteria for the paraphilic disorders outlined in the DSM-5 and describe current understandings regarding the aetiology and treatment of these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

4. A paedophilic act is also classified as incest if: 

A. the victim and perpetrator know each other.

B. the victim and perpetrator are close relatives.

C. the perpetrator is an adult.

D. the perpetrator is five years or more older than the victim.

E. the perpetrator is five years or more younger than the victim.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.2 Specify the diagnostic criteria for the paraphilic disorders outlined in the DSM-5 and describe current understandings regarding the aetiology and treatment of these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

5. In transvestic fetishism: 

A. a man believes that he is a woman in a man's body.

B. a woman believes that she is a man in a woman's body.

C. a man is sexually aroused by dressing in women's clothing.

D. a woman is sexually aroused by dressing in men's clothing.

E. a man is sexual aroused by women's shoes.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.2 Specify the diagnostic criteria for the paraphilic disorders outlined in the DSM-5 and describe current understandings regarding the aetiology and treatment of these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

6. Psychological research has explained marital problems in terms of: 

A. individual spouses' personality characteristics.

B. spouses' perceptions of their partner.

C. negative patterns of interaction between spouses.

D. negativity in thoughts, feelings and behaviour.

E. All of the given options are correct.

Blooms: Evaluation
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.3 Describe the factors associated with the development of relationship problems and the various treatments that have been used to treat these problems.
Topic: Relationship Problems
 

7. The DSM classification of paraphilic behaviours as mental disorders has been criticised by some as being: 

A. based on moral views rather than psychiatric concerns.

B. based on ethical views rather than psychiatric concerns.

C. based on legal views rather than psychiatric concerns.

D. based on values rather than psychiatric concerns.

E. All of the options given are correct.

Blooms: Evaluation
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.2 Specify the diagnostic criteria for the paraphilic disorders outlined in the DSM-5 and describe current understandings regarding the aetiology and treatment of these disorders.
Topic: Paraphilic Disorders
 

8. With regard to models of sexual dysfunction, it has been proposed that: 

A. a circular model may be more appropriate for women than the linear model.

B. a circular model may be more appropriate for men than the linear model.

C. a circular model may be more appropriate for both sexes.

D. All of the given options are correct.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

9. Among other things, the McCabe (1991) model of the causes of sexual dysfunction suggests that: 

A. sexual dysfunction may contribute to relationship problems.

B. relationship problems may contribute to sexual dysfunction.

C. sexual dysfunction is unrelated to relationship problems.

D. sexual dysfunction may contribute to relationship problems, but relationship problems may also contribute to sexual dysfunction.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

10. The medical model of treating men's erectile difficulties: 

A. assumes that providing an erection will solve the sexual problem.

B. addresses the psychosexual issues (such as subjective arousal).

C. addresses underlying relationship difficulties.

D. All of the given options are correct.

E. None the given options is correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

11. For women's sexual difficulties, medication/pharmacotherapy: 

A. has been studied more in recent years, and is highly effective.

B. has been studied more in recent years, but requires further development.

C. has been studied less in recent years.

D. has been found to be more effective for women than for men.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

12. In exhibitionism, one of the paraphilias, the person exposes his/her genitals to an involuntary observer and obtains gratification from: 

A. doing this in a different location each time.

B. physical contact with the observer.

C. the observer's positive reaction.

D. the observer's negative reaction.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.2 Specify the diagnostic criteria for the paraphilic disorders outlined in the DSM-5 and describe current understandings regarding the aetiology and treatment of these disorders.
Topic: Paraphilic Disorders
 

13. Satisfaction with the sexual component of a relationship and satisfaction with the overall relationship tend to be correlated: 

A. for women but not men.

B. for men but not women.

C. for both women and men.

D. for neither women nor men.

E. for older adults but not younger adults.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.3 Describe the factors associated with the development of relationship problems and the various treatments that have been used to treat these problems.
Topic: Relationship Problems
 

14. Becoming a parent is associated with: 

A. improved sexual relationships.

B. reduced conflict about household responsibilities.

C. higher levels of relationship problems.

D. lower levels of relationship problems.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.3 Describe the factors associated with the development of relationship problems and the various treatments that have been used to treat these problems.
Topic: Relationship Problems
 

15. Which of the following is not a dimension used by the DSM-5 to classify subtypes of sexual dysfunction? 

A. orientation—heterosexual/homosexual

B. severity

C. nature of onset—acquired/lifelong

D. context—generalised/situational

E. None of the given options is a dimension.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

16. The main premise of behavioural therapy for sexual difficulties is that: 

A. classical conditioning will modify the pattern of sexual responses.

B. operant conditioning will modify the pattern of sexual responses.

C. increasing performance anxiety will improve the sexual relationship.

D. reduction of performance anxiety will improve the sexual relationship.

E. exposure and response therapy will improve the sexual relationship.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

17. Cognitive behaviour therapy for sexual dysfunction focuses on: 

A. exploring traumatic childhood experiences.

B. challenging unrealistic beliefs that may contribute to sexual problems.

C. a graded series of sensate focus exercises.

D. achieving a better sexual response by medication.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

18. The impact of incestuous sexual abuse on children is influenced by: 

A. the length of the abuse.

B. the quality of the child's relationships, both then and later.

C. the way the child is treated at the time the abuse is disclosed.

D. the severity of the abuse.

E. All of the given options are correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.2 Specify the diagnostic criteria for the paraphilic disorders outlined in the DSM-5 and describe current understandings regarding the aetiology and treatment of these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

19. The difference between voyeurism (a paraphilia) and voyeuristic behaviour is that in voyeurism: 

A. the victim is unaware of being observed.

B. the behaviour is compulsive.

C. sexual arousal from observation is the person's main form of sexual gratification.

D. The behaviour is repetitive.

E. All of the given options are correct .

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.2 Specify the diagnostic criteria for the paraphilic disorders outlined in the DSM-5 and describe current understandings regarding the aetiology and treatment of these disorders.
Topic: Paraphilic Disorders
 

20. Partners in satisfied couple relationships are more likely to explain their partners' negative behaviours as being: 

A. external to the partner.

B. unstable over time.

C. specific rather than global.

D. All of the given options are correct.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.3 Describe the factors associated with the development of relationship problems and the various treatments that have been used to treat these problems.
Topic: Relationship Problems
 

21. A significant change for women in the DSM-5 is that the desire and arousal phases have been combined into a single disorder. This is: 

A. hyposexual desire disorder.

B. dyspareunia.

C. sexual arousal disorder.

D. female sexual interest/arousal disorder.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

22. Research on internet-based treatment for sexual dysfunction suggests that it is most likely to be effective among: 

A. men.

B. women.

C. older adults.

D. younger adults.

E. individuals who do not have major relationship problems.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

23. A condition is classified as a paraphilia if it: 

A. causes significant distress.

B. harms others.

C. results in illegal activity.

D. interferes with relationships.

E. All of the given options are correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.2 Specify the diagnostic criteria for the paraphilic disorders outlined in the DSM-5 and describe current understandings regarding the aetiology and treatment of these disorders.
Topic: Paraphilic Disorders
 

24. Sensate focus exercises are often applied in the treatment of all sexual dysfunctions in order to: 

A. help the couple broaden their approach to sexuality beyond a focus on intercourse.

B. reduce the threatening emphasis on performance.

C. de-emphasise the need to achieve orgasm.

D. help partners learn to communicate with one another.

E. All of the given options are correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

25. Men may become dissatisfied with medical treatments for erectile disorder because: 

A. men do not experience the same level of arousal with a mechanically induced erection as with self-stimulated erections.

B. medical treatments do not address the psychosexual components of an individual's sexual experience.

C. medical treatments overlook important relationship factors.

D. All of the given options are correct.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

26. Which is not a paraphilia? 

A. fetishistic disorder

B. paedophilic disorder

C. masochistic disorder

D. transvestic disorder

E. homosexuality disorder

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.2 Specify the diagnostic criteria for the paraphilic disorders outlined in the DSM-5 and describe current understandings regarding the aetiology and treatment of these disorders.
Topic: Paraphilic Disorders
 

27. Sexual desire disorder: 

A. is a distinct classification for males.

B. is a distinct classification for females.

C. is a paraphilic disorder.

D. is no longer in the DSM classification system.

E. is very rare in women.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

28. The most common sexual dysfunction for women is: 

A. pain/penetration disorder.

B. orgasmic disorder.

C. sexual desire disorder.

D. sexual arousal disorder.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

29. Genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder involves: 

A. vaginal or pelvic pain during intercourse.

B. anxiety about vaginal intercourse.

C. tensing of the pelvic floor muscles during intercourse.

D. All of the given options are correct.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

30. Older men are more likely to suffer from: 

A. premature ejaculation.

B. delayed ejaculation.

C. erectile dysfunction.

D. hypoactive sexual desire disorder.

E. None of the given options is correct.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

31. What percentage of newlywed Australian couples have reported at least one incident of relationship violence during a one-year period? 

A. 5

B. 10

C. 15

D. 20

E. 25

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: 11.3 Describe the factors associated with the development of relationship problems and the various treatments that have been used to treat these problems.
Topic: Relationship Problems
 

32. In terms of person factors, which of the following is not associated with relationship satisfaction? 

A. neuroticism

B. agreeableness

C. conscientiousness

D. positive expression

E. anxiety

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.3 Describe the factors associated with the development of relationship problems and the various treatments that have been used to treat these problems.
Topic: Relationship Problems
 

33. Treatment programmes for sexual dysfunction have: 

A. often lacked methodological rigour.

B. often lacked long-term follow-up.

C. often been too narrow in their approach.

D. All of the given options are correct.

E. None of given options is correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

34. Research has found that an essential ingredient in satisfying relationships is: 

A. lack of conflict.

B. the way in which conflict is managed.

C. good sexual functioning.

D. low levels of self-disclosure.

E. All of the given options are correct.

Blooms: Analysis
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.3 Describe the factors associated with the development of relationship problems and the various treatments that have been used to treat these problems.
Topic: Relationship Problems
 

35. A 2013 study of Australian men reported the prevalence rate for erectile dysfunction disorder was: 

A. 10 per cent.

B. 20 per cent.

C. 25 per cent.

D. 40 per cent.

E. 50 per cent.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.1 Describe the different types of sexual dysfunction for males and females and the range of treatments for these disorders.
Topic: Sexual Dysfunctions
 

36. Which of the following is an accurate statement about erectile disorders? 

A. Other relationship problems are overlooked.

B. They do not address the psychosexual components of an individual’s sexual experience.

C. Viagra is more effective when paired with psychological therapy.

D. Female partners play a role in treatment.

E. All of the given options are correct.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: 11.3 Describe the factors associated with the development of relationship problems and the various treatments that have been used to treat these problems.
Topic: Relationship Problems
 

37. Which of the following is an accurate statement regarding paedophilic behaviour? 

A. It mostly occurs in the home.

B. The paedophile is known to the victim.

C. Female victims are 10 years of age on average.

D. The majority of victims do not become perpetrators.

E. All of the given options are correct.

Blooms: Knowledge
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: 11.2 Specify the diagnostic criteria for the paraphilic disorders outlined in the DSM-5 and describe current understandings regarding the aetiology and treatment of these disorders.
Topic: Paraphilic Disorders
 

Chapter 11 Test Bank Summary