Question 1

The most common sexual dysfunction disorder in males is:
A) male orgasmic disorder
B) paraphilia
C) premature or rapid ejaculation
D) inhibited sexual disorder

Accepted Answer

Premature or rapid ejaculation is the most common sexual dysfunction disorder in males, characterized by ejaculation occurring before or within a minute of penetration, leading to distress or problems in sexual relationships. Male orgasmic disorder, inhibited sexual disorder, and paraphilia are other types of sexual dysfunctions that are less common than premature ejaculation.

Question 2

With regard to homosexuality,most professional health organizations consider:
A) homosexuals to experience higher rates of depression
B) homosexuality to be outside the range of normal sexual behavior
C) homosexuality to be within the range of normal sexual behavior
D) homosexuality to be superior to the heterosexual lifestyle

Accepted Answer

Most professional health organizations, including the American Psychological Association, consider homosexuality to be within the range of normal sexual behavior. These organizations also recognize that homosexuality is not a mental disorder and that attempts to change a person's sexual orientation can cause harm. There is no evidence to suggest that homosexuality is linked to higher rates of depression compared to heterosexual individuals. The idea that homosexuality is superior or inferior to heterosexuality is subjective and not supported by any scientific evidence.

Question 3

With regard to Masters and Johnson's model of sexual response,sexual problems occur at all but which of the four stages?
A) resolution
B) excitement
C) orgasm
D) plateau

Accepted Answer

According to Masters and Johnson's model of sexual response, sexual problems can occur at the stages of excitement, plateau, and orgasm, but not at the stage of resolution. This is because the resolution stage is characterized by a decrease in sexual arousal and the body returning to its normal state. Therefore, sexual problems such as premature ejaculation, difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection, or difficulty reaching orgasm typically occur at the earlier stages of sexual response.

Question 4

In studying the brains of both men and women who are attracted to women,research has found:
A) the left hemisphere to be slightly larger than the right hemisphere
B) the right hemisphere to be slightly larger than the left hemisphere
C) the right and left hemisphere to be symmetrical in size
D) the right and left occipital lobe to be symmetrical in size

Accepted Answer

The right hemisphere is slightly larger than the left hemisphere in people who are attracted to women.

Question 5

____ refers to problems of sexual arousal or orgasm that interfere with adequate functioning during sexual behavior.
A) Psychosomatic disorders
B) Sexual dysfunctions
C) Fetishes
D) Paraphilias

Accepted Answer

Sexual dysfunctions refer to problems with sexual functioning that interferes with adequate sexual behavior, including disorders related to sexual arousal or orgasm. Psychosomatic disorders refer to physical symptoms caused by psychological factors, while fetishes and paraphilias are types of atypical sexual preferences.

Question 6

What are the two main causes of sexual dysfunction?
A) organic and psychological factors
B) conscious and unconscious causes
C) excitement- and resolution-related causes
D) biological and organic causes

Accepted Answer

These two factors are the main causes of sexual dysfunction. Organic factors include physical health issues such as hormonal imbalances, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease, while psychological factors can include anxiety, depression, relationship problems, and past traumas. Both must be addressed in order to effectively treat sexual dysfunction.

Question 7

Which of the following behaviors in a boy's childhood is associated with developing a homosexual orientation?
A) acting overly "masculine"
B) preferring same-sex playmates
C) wearing girls' clothing
D) wanting to rough-and-tumble play with other boys

Accepted Answer

Wearing girls' clothing in childhood has been associated with a higher likelihood of developing a homosexual orientation, as it may reflect early non-conformity to traditional gender roles.

Question 8

A recent study found that the brain area known as the ____ becomes activated when homosexual men smelled ____ odor.
A) cerebellum; male
B) nucleus accumbens; female
C) hypothalamus; female
D) hypothalamus; male

Accepted Answer

The hypothalamus is known to be involved in sexual behavior and attraction. The study found that when homosexual men smelled male odors, their hypothalamus became activated.

Question 9

During a long airplane flight,Jack thinks of his girlfriend Juanita and soon notices that he has an erection.According to Masters and Johnson,Jack is in which stage of sexual response?
A) plateau
B) resolution
C) activation
D) excitement

Accepted Answer

The excitement phase is characterized by sexual arousal, which includes physical changes such as erection in males and vaginal lubrication in females. This phase serves as the precursor to the plateau phase, during which sexual arousal continues to increase before reaching its peak. Therefore, Jack's erection indicates that he is in the excitement phase of sexual response.

Question 10

In a study examining over 900 men and sexual orientation discussed in Module 15,the only factor related to having a homosexual orientation was:
A) the presence of a hormone among homosexual men that is not generally found in straight men
B) different EEG readings for the majority of homosexual males
C) having several older biological brothers
D) differences in MRI scans in the hippocampus among homosexual males

Accepted Answer

The study found that having several older biological brothers was the only factor related to having a homosexual orientation. This phenomenon is known as the fraternal birth order effect, and it suggests that prenatal factors may play a role in sexual orientation development. The other options (A, B, and D) were not supported by the study discussed in Module 15.

Question 11

____ are characterized by repetitive or preferred sexual fantasies involving nonhuman objects.
A) Fetishes
B) Sexual dysfunctions
C) Sexual disorders
D) Paraphilias

Accepted Answer

Paraphilias are sexual disorders that involve the presence of recurrent, intense, sexually arousing fantasies, urges, or behaviors involving unusual objects, activities, or situations. A fetish is a specific type of paraphilia, which includes repetitive or preferred sexual fantasies or behaviors involving nonhuman objects. Sexual dysfunctions refer to a variety of difficulties that occur during any stage of the sexual response cycle and interfere with sexual satisfaction or functioning.

Question 12

The first step in Masters and Johnson's treatment for sexual problems is:
A) assigning the couple homework involving touching one's partner
B) giving the couple information about sexual response
C) asking the couple to perform sensate focusing
D) assigning the couple to have a romantic dinner

Accepted Answer

The first step in Masters and Johnson's treatment for sexual problems is giving the couple information about sexual response. This helps the couple understand their own and their partner's sexual response cycle, which is important for addressing sexual difficulties.

Question 13

Liz and Rich have had sexual relations on a regular basis since they were married.According to Masters and Johnson,they have likely experienced all of the following stages of sexual response except:
A) engagement
B) plateau
C) orgasm
D) excitement

Accepted Answer

The four stages of sexual response according to Masters and Johnson are excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution. Engagement is not one of the stages.

Question 14

The genetic influence on sexual orientation has been supported in research suggesting that:
A) parents cause their children to be either heterosexual or homosexual
B) homosexual men have larger areas in their hypothalamus than do heterosexual men
C) homosexual men have fewer chromosomes and genes than do heterosexual men
D) among identical twins, if one sibling is homosexual, the other has between a 31 and 65 percent chance of being homosexual

Accepted Answer

Research on identical twins has found that if one sibling is homosexual, the other has between a 31 and 65 percent chance of also being homosexual. This suggests a genetic influence on sexual orientation. Options A, B, and C are not supported by current research.

Question 15

Studies on the childhoods of male homosexuals have shown that they:
A) were no different from heterosexuals
B) were more likely to have engaged in opposite sex behaviors and activities than heterosexuals
C) were often abused
D) come more often from single-parent families than heterosexuals do

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that male homosexuals were more likely to have engaged in opposite sex behaviors and activities than heterosexuals in childhood. This is known as the "childhood gender nonconformity" theory, which suggests that there may be a biological basis for homosexuality. However, it is important to note that not all homosexual men exhibit this behavior, and it is not a definitive predictor of sexual orientation. Options A, C, and D are not supported by research as definitive predictors of homosexuality.

Question 16

Kirk is sexually aroused by holding and rubbing women's shoes.He sometimes fantasizes about shoes when he masturbates or is engaged in sexual activities with his partner.Based upon this deviation,Kirk could be diagnosed with a(n):
A) plateau disorder
B) sexual dysfunction
C) paraphilia
D) inhibited sexual disorder

Accepted Answer

Kirk's sexual arousal pattern involves a specific and unusual fetish - in this case, shoes - which is a hallmark of a paraphilia. Plateau disorders involve difficulty maintaining arousal during sexual activity, sexual dysfunctions include the inability to engage in sexual activity or achieve satisfaction from sex, and inhibited sexual disorders involve a lack of sexual desire or aversion to sexual activity.

Question 17

One of the problems in interpreting research that finds different brain areas activated among homosexual males compared to heterosexual males is that:
A) it is not known whether these differences are the cause or result of homosexuality
B) a small number of subjects are used in the research
C) classifying people as homosexual or heterosexual depends on different definitions
D) the truthfulness of subjects' reports of their sexual orientation

Accepted Answer

The main concern with interpreting research on brain differences between homosexual and heterosexual individuals is that it is not clear whether these differences are a cause or a result of homosexuality. This is because it is difficult to establish the temporal order of these brain differences and sexual orientation.

Question 18

Ejaculation occurs in males during which of Masters and Johnson's stages of sexual response?
A) resolution
B) plateau
C) excitement
D) orgasm

Accepted Answer

Ejaculation occurs during the orgasm phase of the sexual response cycle as described by Masters and Johnson. The four stages of the sexual response cycle in males are excitement, plateau, orgasm and resolution.

Question 19

A technique developed by Masters and Johnson that involves nongenital pleasuring is called:
A) rapid touching
B) paraphilia
C) the "squeeze"
D) sensate focus

Accepted Answer

The technique described in the question, nongenital pleasuring, is commonly referred to as sensate focus. This technique involves a series of exercises in which partners take turns touching each other in non-sexual ways, such as gently stroking each other's arms or legs. The goal is to promote relaxation and improve communication between partners, as well as to help them learn to focus on sensation rather than performance or orgasm. The other answer choices (A, B, and C) are not related to the technique described in the question.

Question 20

In females,an increase in vaginal lubrication is characteristic of which of Masters and Johnson's stages of sexual response?
A) excitement
B) plateau
C) resolution
D) orgasm

Accepted Answer

According to Masters and Johnson's stages of sexual response, the excitement phase is characterized by an increase in vaginal lubrication, swelling of the clitoris, and secretion of natural lubricants in the vagina, which prepares the body for sexual intercourse. Therefore, option A) excitement, is the best answer.

Quiz 15: Motivation

The most common sexual dysfunction disorder in males is:

With regard to homosexuality,most professional health organizations consider:

With regard to Masters and Johnson's model of sexual response,sexual problems occur at all but which of the four stages?

In studying the brains of both men and women who are attracted to women,research has found:

____ refers to problems of sexual arousal or orgasm that interfere with adequate functioning during sexual behavior.

What are the two main causes of sexual dysfunction?

Which of the following behaviors in a boy's childhood is associated with developing a homosexual orientation?

A recent study found that the brain area known as the becomes activated when homosexual men smelled odor.

During a long airplane flight,Jack thinks of his girlfriend Juanita and soon notices that he has an erection.According to Masters and Johnson,Jack is in which stage of sexual response?

In a study examining over 900 men and sexual orientation discussed in Module 15,the only factor related to having a homosexual orientation was:

____ are characterized by repetitive or preferred sexual fantasies involving nonhuman objects.

The first step in Masters and Johnson's treatment for sexual problems is:

Liz and Rich have had sexual relations on a regular basis since they were married.According to Masters and Johnson,they have likely experienced all of the following stages of sexual response except:

The genetic influence on sexual orientation has been supported in research suggesting that:

Studies on the childhoods of male homosexuals have shown that they:

Kirk is sexually aroused by holding and rubbing women's shoes.He sometimes fantasizes about shoes when he masturbates or is engaged in sexual activities with his partner.Based upon this deviation,Kirk could be diagnosed with a(n) :

One of the problems in interpreting research that finds different brain areas activated among homosexual males compared to heterosexual males is that:

Ejaculation occurs in males during which of Masters and Johnson's stages of sexual response?

A technique developed by Masters and Johnson that involves nongenital pleasuring is called:

In females,an increase in vaginal lubrication is characteristic of which of Masters and Johnson's stages of sexual response?