Question 1

Nevaeh suffered a partial separation of her spinal cord when she was injured in a car accident at age 20. Nevaeh . . .

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A)  most likely is unable to participate in any form of sexual activity.
B)  is very unlikely to experience any sexual response.
C)  may experience orgasm.
D)  most likely experiences little to no sexual desire.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

Compare and contrast the following: (i)female genital sexual arousal disorder; (ii)female subjective sexual arousal disorder; and (iii)combined genital and subjective sexual arousal disorder.

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Female genital sexual arousal disorder (...

Question 3

What is known about the effects of sexual abuse or assault on later sexual functioning?

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Sexual abuse or assault can have signifi...

Question 4

The ability to identify, feel comfortable with, and manage one's emotions is known as

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A)  emotional intelligence.
B)  self-confidence.
C)  empathy.
D)  self-concept.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

Compared to the more egalitarian countries in the West, people in male-dominated cultures . . .

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A)  are significantly less likely to report that they have satisfying sex lives.
B)  are significantly more likely to report that they have satisfying sex lives.
C)  are less likely to view sexual interactions as a performance.
D)  report a greater focus on female pleasure during sexual encounters.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 6

Usually the first step in therapy is to clarify the problem and the client's feelings about it, and then identify the client's goals for the therapy.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Which of the following is FALSE regarding sensate focus exercises?

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A)  Sensate focus is intended to foster open communication, emotional intimacy, and physical pleasure for both partners.
B)  Sensate focus is designed to improve sexual functioning by reducing anxiety associated with sex.
C)  Sensate focus has not been found useful in the treatment of sexual dysfunctions.
D)  Sensate focus begins with on member of the couple exploring the other's body without the goal of causing arousal.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

Max is worried that his wife, Chava, may be suffering from some type of physical problem because she is less interested in sex than she used to be. Chava asserts she enjoys sex as much as before, just not quite every day, which is what Max would prefer. Which of the following is true?

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A)  Chava could be diagnosed with hypoactive sexual desire disorder.
B)  Chava likely has significant anxiety about sex.
C)  Max and Chava may be experiencing a desire discrepancy.
D)  Max could be diagnosed with hypersexual disorder.E) C) and D)
F) A) and D)

Question 9

Among women, difficulties with orgasm are . . .

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A)  increasing in frequency.
B)  more common in younger than in older women.
C)  less common in unmarried vs. married women.
D)  more common in educated rather than less educated women.E) A) and C)
F) B) and C)

Question 10

Spontaneous, intrusive, and unwanted genital arousal is known as

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A)  combined genital and subjective sexual arousal disorder.
B)  female subjective sexual arousal disorder.
C)  female genital sexual arousal disorder.
D)  persistent genital arousal disorder.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 11

According to the DSM 5, in order to be considered a sexual disorder, a sexual difficulty must . . .

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A)  occur in 75-100% of sexual encounters.
B)  persist for at least six months.
C)  cause significant distress.
D)  All of the above.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 12

Painful intercourse in men is not common but does occur.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Maylin, who is 36, comments to Manijeh, a pharmacist, that she has experienced a reduction in her sexual desire and response. Manijeh suspects that Maylin's sexual difficulties could be due to the fact that she is taking . . .

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A)  fluoxetine, which is a SSRI.
B)  hormonal birth control.
C)  an antihypertensive.
D)  All of the above could be causing or contributing to Maylin's sexual issues.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 14

Research indicates that compared to men who do not have problems with rapid ejaculation, men with premature ejaculation

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A)  report more enjoyment of orgasm.
B)  underestimate the intensity of their physical arousal.
C)  experience low arousal to penile stimulation.
D)  ejaculate upon reaching full sexual arousal.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 15

The stop-start technique is used to treat premature ejaculation.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Viagra and related medications for the treatment of erectile dysfunction have been found to have no known side effects.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

The most frequently performed cosmetic surgery in ____, called the "hitch and stitch," creates a fold above each eye to make a woman's eyes look more Causasian.

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A)  Asia
B)  Latin America
C)  Africa
D)  the Middle EastE) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 18

Lack of sexual interest and response is a common symptom of

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A)  depression.
B)  anxiety.
C)  psychosis.
D)  substance abuse.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 19

Which one is NOT true of Viagra and other medications used to treat erectile dysfunction?

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A)  Viagra has emerged among college students and others as a party drug for recreational and casual sex.
B)  Many studies have shown significant improvement in the partner's feelings of sexual desirability and satisfaction as well as her own sexual functioning when the man uses erection-enhancing medications.
C)  Viagra has greatly increased general conversation and awareness about erectile problems.
D)  Viagra was originally developed for diabetes.E) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Sensate focus is BEST described as

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A)  a series of self-pleasuring exercises that an individual does alone.
B)  a series of touching exercises experienced with a partner.
C)  a cognitive retraining technique.
D)  a series of active listening and feedback exercises.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Exam 14: Sexual Difficulties and Solutions

Spontaneous, intrusive, and unwanted genital arousal is known as

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According to the DSM 5, in order to be considered a sexual disorder, a sexual difficulty must . . .

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The stop-start technique is used to treat premature ejaculation.

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Lack of sexual interest and response is a common symptom of

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Which one is NOT true of Viagra and other medications used to treat erectile dysfunction?

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Compared to the more egalitarian countries in the West, people in male-dominated cultures . . .

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Painful intercourse in men is not common but does occur.

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The most frequently performed cosmetic surgery in ____, called the "hitch and stitch," creates a fold above each eye to make a woman's eyes look more Causasian.

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What is known about the effects of sexual abuse or assault on later sexual functioning?

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Nevaeh suffered a partial separation of her spinal cord when she was injured in a car accident at age 20. Nevaeh . . .

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Max is worried that his wife, Chava, may be suffering from some type of physical problem because she is less interested in sex than she used to be. Chava asserts she enjoys sex as much as before, just not quite every day, which is what Max would prefer. Which of the following is true?

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Among women, difficulties with orgasm are . . .

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Usually the first step in therapy is to clarify the problem and the client's feelings about it, and then identify the client's goals for the therapy.

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Compare and contrast the following: (i)female genital sexual arousal disorder; (ii)female subjective sexual arousal disorder; and (iii)combined genital and subjective sexual arousal disorder.

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Research indicates that compared to men who do not have problems with rapid ejaculation, men with premature ejaculation

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Sensate focus is BEST described as

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Maylin, who is 36, comments to Manijeh, a pharmacist, that she has experienced a reduction in her sexual desire and response. Manijeh suspects that Maylin's sexual difficulties could be due to the fact that she is taking . . .

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Which of the following is FALSE regarding sensate focus exercises?

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The ability to identify, feel comfortable with, and manage one's emotions is known as

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Viagra and related medications for the treatment of erectile dysfunction have been found to have no known side effects.

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