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CHAPTER 12
Sexual Disorders
Question Type: Multiple Choice
1. Persistent disruptions in the ability to experience sexual arousal, desire, or orgasm or experiences of pain associated with intercourse are called
a) sexual dysfunctions.
b) sexual impairments.
c) sexual inadequacies.
d) sexual diseases.
Section Reference: Introduction
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
2. Persistent and troubling attractions to unusual sexual activities or objects are called
a) perversions.
b) oddities.
c) paraphilias.
d) diversities.
Section Reference: Introduction
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
3. In contrast to the general Victorian view, the contemporary Western world view sees which of the following as a problem?
a) an excess of sexual activity
b) inhibition of sexual activity
c) too frequent sexual activity
d) the act of masturbation
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
4. Which of the following foods was originally intended to lessen sexual interest?
a) tortilla chips
b) animal crackers
c) graham crackers
d) snack cakes
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
5. Members of which generational cohort are most likely to describe themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender?
a) millennials
b) generation X
c) baby boomers
d) traditionalists
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
6. Which of the following is an argument against the inclusion of gender dysphoria as a disorder in DSM-5?
a) Gender is a biological construct.
b) Some transgender people do not experience it.
c) It increases stigma and the danger to transgender people.
d) Its treatment is medical, not psychological.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
7. What is the relationship between sexual orientation and gender identity?
a) Gender identity and sexual orientation are perfectly correlated.
b) Gender identity produces sexual orientation.
c) Sexual orientation produces gender identity.
d) Gender identity and sexual orientation are distinct constructs.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
8. Gender identity is
a) determined by chromosomes.
b) largely unimportant.
c) not binary.
d) either male or female.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
9. What historical change led to a major shift in attitudes toward premarital sex in the 1970s?
a) improvements in condom design
b) availability of the birth control pill
c) availability of pornography
d) better sex education
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
10. Which of the following sexual activities is most common among 16- to 19-year-old males in the United States?
a) receiving oral sex
b) giving oral sex
c) vaginal intercourse
d) masturbation
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
11. Differences between men’s and women’s self-reports about sexual activity
a) are substantiated by more invasive forms of monitoring.
b) may reflect respondents’ attempts to match cultural expectations.
c) exist only in largely Westernized, egalitarian nations.
d) have increased in recent generations.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
12. Among 16- to 17-year-old females in the United States, which of the following sexual activities has the highest prevalence?
a) giving oral sex
b) receiving oral sex
c) masturbation
d) vaginal intercourse
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
13. One’s preference for a male or female sexual partner—or both—is called
a) sexual identification.
b) gender identity.
c) sexual orientation.
d) gender proclivity.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
14. Elliot, who was assigned the female gender at birth, states that he is a man. Elliot is describing his
a) sexual identification.
b) gender identity.
c) sexual orientation.
d) gender proclivity.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Application
15. Contemporary research on sexual arousal patterns suggests that, for women,
a) sexual interest precedes subjective arousal.
b) sexual interest follows biological arousal.
c) biological arousal and subjective arousal co-occur.
d) biological arousal and subjective arousal are identical.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
16. People who experience a strong and persistent identification with the opposite sex and who, as a result, experience marked distress or functional impairment may be given a diagnosis of
a) gender distortion disorder.
b) gender dysphoria.
c) sexual distortion disorder.
d) sexual dysphoria.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
17. Gender identity—including, for some, the sense of being transgender—is almost always established in
a) childhood.
b) adolescence.
c) early adulthood.
d) middle age.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
18. Which of the following diagnoses in DSM-5 is among the most widely debated?
a) sexual aversion disorder
b) gender dysphoria
c) vaginismus
d) female sexual arousal disorder
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
19. What percentage of U.S. adults older than 40 describe themselves as lesbian, gay, bisexual, or transgender?
a) 2%
b) 4%
c) 6%
d) 8%
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
20. In sex-reassignment surgery,
a) genitalia are altered to be consistent with gender identity.
b) internal reproductive organs are transplanted from donors.
c) glands that produce sex hormones are removed.
d) only secondary characteristics (e.g., Adam’s apple, chin, nose) are altered.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
21. Cross-gender behavior is
a) unique to Westernized nations.
b) universal.
c) present in people but not animals.
d) a recent development.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
22. Which of the following is most accurately described as a period of sexual desire, often associated with sexually arousing fantasies or thoughts?
a) orgasm
b) biological arousal
c) sexual interest
d) subjective arousal
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
23. Which sexual response is characterized by changes in blood flow to genitalia?
a) orgasm
b) biological arousal
c) sexual interest
d) subjective arousal
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
24. Which sexual response is characterized by contraction of the vaginal walls?
a) orgasm
b) biological arousal
c) sexual interest
d) subjective arousal
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
25. Oscar is fantasizing about his partner and what they might do that evening, after his partner returns home. This represents which of the following aspects of sexual response?
a) orgasm
b) biological arousal
c) sexual interest
d) subjective arousal
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Application
26. Thom experiences premature ejaculation, which interferes with his partner’s pleasure. This is best described as an issue related to
a) orgasm.
b) biological arousal.
c) sexual interest.
d) subjective arousal.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Application
27. What is the minimum duration for which sexual dysfunction symptoms must be present in order to receive a diagnosis of sexual dysfunction?
b) at least 3 months
c) at least 4 months
d) at least 6 months
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
28. Occasional symptoms of sexual dysfunction
a) are fairly common.
b) typically cause marked distress.
c) are labeled only if they reoccur.
d) require immediate treatment.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
29. Hannah reports that she has a low sex drive and sometimes has trouble reaching orgasm. However, she is not really bothered by these symptoms, and they have not caused problems in her relationship with her partner. The most likely diagnosis for Hannah would be
a) female orgasmic disorder.
b) female sexual interest/arousal disorder.
c) genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder.
d) Hannah would not receive a clinical diagnosis.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Application
30. For the past year, Jane has experienced very little interest in sex, despite having previously enjoyed an active sex life. Not only does she avoid having sexual contact with her partner; she has even stopped fantasizing and masturbating. Jane would likely be diagnosed as having which of the following DSM-5 disorders?
a) female orgasm disorder
b) female sexual interest/arousal disorder
c) hypoactive sexual desire disorder
d) genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Application
31. Female orgasmic disorder is defined as
a) lack of orgasm accompanied by lack of desire.
b) lack of orgasm without direct clitoral stimulation.
c) lack of orgasm despite normal sexual excitement and stimulation.
d) orgasm during masturbation only.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
32. Delayed ejaculation disorder
a) is the most common sexual disorder in men.
b) is associated with childhood sexual abuse.
c) is a problem that is situationally bound.
d) is defined as persistent difficulty in ejaculating.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
33. When Sheila attempts to have vaginal intercourse, the outer part of her vagina has an involuntary spasm, making it impossible for her to have intercourse. Which of the following DSM-5 diagnoses fits Sheila’s problem?
a) female orgasm disorder
b) female sexual interest/arousal disorder
c) hypoactive sexual desire disorder
d) genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Application
34. Joan experiences such discomfort during intercourse that she now dreads the prospect of possible sexual encounters, despite experiencing sexual arousal while observing films depicting sexual acts other than intercourse. Which diagnosis is most consistent with Joan’s symptoms?
a) female orgasm disorder
b) female sexual interest/arousal disorder
c) hypoactive sexual desire disorder
d) genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Application
35. In men, a persistent deficiency in or absence of sexual fantasies and desires is called
a) male hypoactive sexual desire disorder.
b) erectile dysfunction.
c) delayed ejaculation.
d) prolonged refractory duration.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Application
36. Which of the following is a DSM-5 criterion for sexual interest/arousal disorder in women?
a) inability to have vaginal penetration during intercourse
b) preference for sexual activities other than penetrative intercourse
c) marked tensing of the pelvic floor muscles during attempted vaginal penetration
d) diminished genital sensations during most sexual encounters
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Analysis
37. Significant, persistent discomfort during sexual intercourse is called
a) female orgasm disorder.
b) female sexual interest/arousal disorder.
c) hypoactive sexual desire disorder.
d) genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
38. The DSM-5 criteria for erectile disorder include
a) a decrease in penile rigidity that interferes with pleasure or penetration.
b) having at least 90% of sexual encounters affected by the problem.
c) lengthening of the refractory period.
d) having to use medication for resolution of the symptoms.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Comprehension
39. Tyler has noticed that, over the course of his last 2 years of graduate school, he has been experiencing very little sexual desire. He states that he rarely, if ever, fantasizes about sex, something that really bothers him. Tyler might be diagnosed with
a) male hypoactive sexual desire disorder.
b) male sexual interest/desire disorder.
c) inhibited sexual desire disorder.
d) erectile dysfunction.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Application
40. The criteria for premature ejaculation specify that ejaculation must occur within _______ minute(s) during at least _____ of sexual occasions.
a) 1; 75%
b) 5; 50%
c) 1; 50%
d) 5; 75%
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
41. Which of the following would be categorized as a psychological factor affecting sexual functioning?
a) relationship difficulties
b) negative cognitions about sexual performance
c) excessive intake of alcohol
d) lack of opportunity to learn about sexuality
Section Reference: Etiology of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the biological and psychosocial influences on sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
42. Which of the following would be classified as a social factor affecting sexual performance?
a) depression or anxiety
b) chronic exhaustion because of responsibilities
c) guilt about sexual activity and pleasure
d) negative cultural attitudes toward sexuality
Section Reference: Etiology of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the biological and psychosocial influences on sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
43. Biological explanations are particularly important for
a) low sexual desire in both women and men.
b) all female sexual disorders.
c) erectile disorder and premature ejaculation.
d) both premature and delayed ejaculation.
Section Reference: Etiology of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the biological and psychosocial influences on sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
44. Premature ejaculation may be associated with abnormalities in which neurotransmitter system?
a) dopamine
b) serotonin
c) norepinephrine
d) endorphin
Section Reference: Etiology of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the biological and psychosocial influences on sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
45. In a study of the role of self-blame in erectile dysfunction, men who were given an internal explanation for their low arousal after watching erotic films
a) reported and showed less physiological arousal.
b) reported and showed more physiological arousal.
c) reported more physiological arousal, but showed less.
d) believed they had an erectile dysfunction.
Section Reference: Etiology of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the biological and psychosocial influences on sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Comprehension
46. Sexual dysfunctions among men can be exacerbated by
a) low but not high levels of testosterone.
b) high but not low levels of testosterone.
c) either low or high levels of testosterone.
d) neither low nor high levels of testosterone.
Section Reference: Etiology of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the biological and psychosocial influences on sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
47. Which of the following disorders is most likely to develop in the aftermath of childhood sexual abuse?
a) paranoid personality disorder
b) posttraumatic stress disorder
c) bipolar disorder
d) masochistic personality disorder
Section Reference: Etiology of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the biological and psychosocial influences on sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
48. Bill and Deborah are in sex therapy. One exercise they are directed to practice involves touching each other and feeling comfortable with contact, but without engaging in sexual intercourse. This intervention is called
a) sensate focus.
b) sensuality training.
c) physical redirecting.
d) cognitive restructuring.
Section Reference: Treatments of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Describe psychological and medication treatments for sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Application
49. For many clients, the first step in treatment for sexual disorders is
a) medication.
b) couples therapy.
c) psychoeducation.
d) cognitive interventions.
Section Reference: Treatments of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe psychological and medication treatments for sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
50. In sex therapy, the sensate focus exercise involves
a) having sexual intercourse without taking on the spectator role.
b) engaging in intercourse as often as possible to sensitize each other’s bodies.
c) nonsexual touching.
d) caressing without engaging in intercourse.
Section Reference: Treatments of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe psychological and medication treatments for sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
51. Directed masturbation is often used
a) to train individuals who have difficulty achieving orgasm.
b) as a means for redirecting attention from inappropriate sexual stimuli.
c) for excessive sexual appetite.
d) as part of a program of treatment for sex offenders.
Section Reference: Treatments of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe psychological and medication treatments for sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
52. For those with a sexual dysfunction embedded in the context of marital relationship distress, which of the following has been found to improve many aspects of sexual functioning?
a) cognitive interventions
b) couples therapy
c) directed masturbation
d) sensate focus
Section Reference: Treatments of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe psychological and medication treatments for sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
53. The squeeze technique is used in the treatment of
a) vaginismus.
b) male arousal disorder.
c) dyspareunia.
d) premature ejaculation.
Section Reference: Treatments of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe psychological and medication treatments for sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
54. The most common medical interventions for erectile dysfunction include
a) sildenafil (Viagra) and related medications.
b) implantation of rods or pumps.
c) antidepressants such as SSRIs.
d) antianxiety medications.
Section Reference: Treatments of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe psychological and medication treatments for sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
55. Viagra, a medication for improved erectile function, acts primarily by
a) increasing the level of dopamine, which is associated with sexual arousal.
b) relaxing smooth muscles, allowing increased blood flow to the penis.
c) stimulating the amygdala in the limbic system.
d) inhibiting the response of the serotonin system.
Section Reference: Treatments of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Describe psychological and medication treatments for sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
56. DSM differentiates the paraphilic disorders based on
a) the consequences for activity.
b) the persistence of the activity.
c) the source of arousal.
d) the intensity of arousal.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
57. Those with fetishistic disorder are sexually aroused by
a) inanimate objects.
b) exposing themselves to people while masturbating.
c) observing other people engaging in sexual activity.
d) children.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
58. Transvestic disorder
a) typically disappears by adulthood.
b) is part of gender identity disorder.
c) occurs equally in men and women.
d) refers to sexual arousal from cross-dressing.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
59. Ben can become sexually aroused only when he is wearing women’s clothing. He especially enjoys having sexual relations with his wife while he is wearing her garments. Which of the following diagnoses would fit Ben’s case?
a) transvestic disorder
b) transsexualism
c) voyeuristic disorder
d) exhibitionistic disorder
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Application
60. Someone who derives sexual pleasure from contact with prepubertal children would be diagnosed with
a) fetishistic disorder.
b) exhibitionistic disorder.
c) pedophilic disorder.
d) frotteuristic disorder.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
61. People with pedophilic disorder generally
a) acknowledge that they have harmed their victims.
b) use violence to perpetrate their assaults.
c) molest children out of anger.
d) molest children they know.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
62. Child molesters frequently deny that they are forcing themselves on the victim because
a) they themselves were also molested as children.
b) the child does not protest what is being done.
c) there is rarely overt physical force involved.
d) the child does not understand what is happening.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
63. The incest taboo
a) is limited to Western societies.
b) is virtually universal in human societies.
c) produces guilt in the assailant.
d) generalizes to pedophilic urges.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
64. Those with voyeuristic disorder typically
a) prefer to be discovered after experiencing arousal.
b) are hostile toward women in general.
c) have some other disorder that explains their behavior.
d) achieve orgasm through masturbation.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
65. Which of the following would be most stimulating to a man with voyeuristic disorder?
a) a woman undressing privately, unaware that he is watching
b) a sex worker undressing for him
c) a beautiful but proper woman undressing for his exclusive benefit
d) a couple having sexual relations in the same room he is in, while he observes but does not participate.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Comprehension
66. Most exhibitionists
a) do not seek physical contact with their victims.
b) seek to persuade their victims to have physical contact without using force.
c) seek to force physical contact with their victims, but stop short of rape.
d) go on to commit rape.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
67. Frotteuristic disorder involves
a) the sexually oriented touching of an unsuspecting person.
b) the exposing of oneself to others to achieve sexual stimulation.
c) sexual fantasies or activities involving minors.
d) observation of unsuspecting others who are naked.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
68. Sexual sadism is defined by an intense desire to obtain sexual gratification by __________, while sexual masochism is defined by an intense desire to obtain sexual gratification by __________.
a) inflicting pain or humiliation on another; subjecting oneself to pain or humiliation
b) subjecting oneself to pain or humiliation; inflicting pain or humiliation on another
c) watching another undress; exposing oneself
d) exposing oneself; watching another undress
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
69. Sexual attraction to prepubescent children is known as
a) sexual aggression disorder.
b) pedophilic disorder.
c) exhibitionistic disorder.
d) sexual aversion disorder.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
70. Which of these diagnoses involves a consenting individual?
a) sexual masochism disorder
b) voyeuristic disorder
c) exhibitionistic disorder
d) frotteuristic disorder
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Analysis
71. Speculations about the role of hormones in paraphilias center on
a) androgens.
b) progesterone.
c) estrogen.
d) oxytocin.
Section Reference: Etiology of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Explain the risk factors for paraphilic disorders and the limits in the knowledge concerning these risk factors.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
72. Most rapists
a) have a high degree of hostility toward women.
b) are shy and reserved.
c) can be readily distinguished from nonrapists.
d) are also voyeurs.
Section Reference: Etiology of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Explain the risk factors for paraphilic disorders and the limits in the knowledge concerning these risk factors.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
73. Research suggests that cognitive behavioral treatment for rapists is
a) ineffective.
b) only modestly effective.
c) moderately effective.
d) extremely effective.
Section Reference: Etiology of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Explain the risk factors for paraphilic disorders and the limits in the knowledge concerning these risk factors.
Bloomcode: Analysis
74. The high rates of rape and coercive sexual behavior have led many to suggest that
a) they are simply biological realities.
b) punishment should be swift and severe.
c) social and cultural influences are important.
d) nothing can be done about them.
Section Reference: Etiology of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Explain the risk factors for paraphilic disorders and the limits in the knowledge concerning these risk factors.
Bloomcode: Comprehension
75. Mark is sexually aroused by prepubescent children and fears acting on his impulses. If he works with a behavior therapist, what approach is the therapist most likely to use?
a) pairing an aversive stimulus with images of children
b) praising Mark for dating women
c) encouraging Mark to have sex with adult sex workers
d) showing Mark pornography involving adults
Section Reference: Treatments and Community Prevention for the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Discuss common psychological and medication treatments for paraphilic disorders, the current state of evidence about treatment efficacy, and the debates about community prevention programs.
Bloomcode: Application
76. Ethan engages in exhibitionism. After one occasion, he remarked to his therapist that his victim “kept looking at me, like she wanted it.” A cognitive therapist might respond by
a) expressing disgust.
b) exploring his history with women.
c) challenging his claim.
d) teaching him about normal sexuality.
Section Reference: Treatments and Community Prevention for the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Discuss common psychological and medication treatments for paraphilic disorders, the current state of evidence about treatment efficacy, and the debates about community prevention programs.
Bloomcode: Application
77. Albert has voyeuristic disorder and is seeing a therapist who is using satiation therapy. What might the therapist instruct Albert to do?
a) engage in voyeuristic fantasies as frequently as he wants to, but refrain from masturbating while doing so
b) masturbate while engaging in voyeuristic fantasies but continue masturbating for a half hour after experiencing orgasm
c) masturbate while engaging in voyeuristic fantasies at least once a day for a minimum of 30 days
d) engage in voyeurism as frequently as he wants to, but refrain from masturbating while doing so
Section Reference: Treatments and Community Prevention for the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Discuss common psychological and medication treatments for paraphilic disorders, the current state of evidence about treatment efficacy, and the debates about community prevention programs.
Bloomcode: Application
78. Carlos had a shoe fetish that he wished to overcome. His therapist had him view slides of shoes while giving him mild electric shocks. This is an example of
a) aversion therapy.
b) systematic desensitization.
c) orgasmic reorientation.
d) electroconvulsive therapy.
Section Reference: Treatments and Community Prevention for the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Discuss common psychological and medication treatments for paraphilic disorders, the current state of evidence about treatment efficacy, and the debates about community prevention programs.
Bloomcode: Application
79. Which is a common component of cognitive treatment of paraphilias?
a) support groups modeled on Alcoholics Anonymous
b) challenging distorted beliefs
c) reinforcing appropriate sexual behavior
d) exercise and diet to reduce urges
Section Reference: Treatments and Community Prevention for the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss common psychological and medication treatments for paraphilic disorders, the current state of evidence about treatment efficacy, and the debates about community prevention programs.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
80. Bryant, as part of his treatment for committing incest, was trained to experience empathy for his victims. He was likely receiving
a) psychodynamic therapy.
b) behavioral therapy.
c) cognitive therapy.
d) couples therapy.
Section Reference: Treatments and Community Prevention for the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Discuss common psychological and medication treatments for paraphilic disorders, the current state of evidence about treatment efficacy, and the debates about community prevention programs.
Bloomcode: Application
81. Megan’s Law involves
a) notification of members of a community about the presence of convicted sex offenders.
b) additional compensation for victims’ families following sex crimes.
c) more rigid conviction standards for sex offenders when victims are children.
d) intensive therapy for sex offenders following their first offense.
Section Reference: Treatments and Community Prevention for the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss common psychological and medication treatments for paraphilic disorders, the current state of evidence about treatment efficacy, and the debates about community prevention programs.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
Question Type: True/False
82. True or false? The diagnoses of premature ejaculation and delayed ejaculation have been combined into a single diagnosis of male orgasmic disorder in DSM-5.
a) True
b) False
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Medium
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Analysis
83. True or false? A diagnosis of pedophilic disorder requires that an individual have persistent urges to behave sexually with prepubescent children and that law enforcement have been contacted as a result.
a) True
b) False
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Easy
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Knowledge
Question Type: Essay
84. Define and distinguish among sexual interest, subjective arousal, biological arousal, orgasm, and resolution.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Synthesis
85. What is the difference between gender identity and sexual orientation?
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Evaluation
86. Discuss the controversy surrounding the inclusion of gender identity disorder in DSM-5.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Synthesis
87. Discuss the methods used to study sexual arousal in males and females.
Section Reference: Sexual Norms and Behavior
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Describe the influence of culture and gender on sexual norms and some of the research methods and issues in sexuality research.
Bloomcode: Evaluation
88. Identify and discuss two sexual dysfunction disorders related to sexual interest, desire, and arousal.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Synthesis
89. Compare and contrast male and female orgasmic disorders.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Explain the symptoms of the DSM-5 sexual dysfunction disorders and the prevalence of sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Synthesis
90. Discuss the roles of three biological factors in the etiology of sexual dysfunctions.
Section Reference: Etiology of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Discuss the biological and psychosocial influences on sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Synthesis
91. Discuss the types of psychological treatment options for those diagnosed with sexual dysfunctions.
Section Reference: Treatments of Sexual Dysfunctions
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Describe psychological and medication treatments for sexual dysfunctions.
Bloomcode: Synthesis
92. Describe the use of therapy with rapists, and evaluate its success.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Evaluation
93. Discuss the differences between voyeurism and exhibitionism.
Section Reference: Clinical Descriptions of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Discuss the symptoms of the paraphilic disorders and the debates about these diagnoses.
Bloomcode: Synthesis
94. Describe the role of psychological influences in paraphilic disorders.
Section Reference: Etiology of the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Explain the risk factors for paraphilic disorders and the limits in the knowledge concerning these risk factors.
Bloomcode: Evaluation
95. Describe the use of cognitive behavior therapy in the treatment of paraphilic disorders, providing an example of its use with a specific disorder.
Section Reference: Treatments and Community Prevention for the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Discuss common psychological and medication treatments for paraphilic disorders, the current state of evidence about treatment efficacy, and the debates about community prevention programs.
Bloomcode: Synthesis
96. Discuss the issues involved in attempting to balance the rights of the public to be protected from sexual crimes with the civil liberties of persons who might commit such crimes.
Section Reference: Treatments and Community Prevention for the Paraphilic Disorders
Difficulty: Hard
Learning Objective: Discuss common psychological and medication treatments for paraphilic disorders, the current state of evidence about treatment efficacy, and the debates about community prevention programs.
Bloomcode: Synthesis
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