Question 1

Which of the following statements is most likely to be true of a voyeur?
A)Voyeurs view nudist camps as a favorite hunting ground.
B)Voyeurs also tend to engage in others paraphilias like sadomasochism.
C)Voyeurs always seek the element of risk and forbiddenness.
D)Voyeurs are equally likely to be men or a women.

Accepted Answer

Voyeurism is characterized by sexual interest in observing unsuspecting individuals who are naked, in the process of disrobing, or engaging in sexual activity. The element of risk and the forbidden nature of the act are often central to the arousal experienced by voyeurs.

Question 2

Which of the following is a criticism related to the application of the Alcoholics Anonymous model to sexual behavior suggesting addiction?
A)The spiritualism practiced in the Alcoholics Anonymous model will not have an impact on sexual addicts.
B)There are no physiological withdrawal symptoms associated with abstinence from compulsive sexual behavior.
C)The abstinence model practiced with alcohol cannot be applied to sexuality.
D)Unlike alcoholics,sex addicts cannot withdraw from the program whenever they like.

Accepted Answer

The criticism is that the abstinence model practiced with alcohol cannot be applied to sexuality, meaning that the Alcoholics Anonymous model may not be appropriate or effective for addressing sexual addiction.

Question 3

Richard is a successful businessman,a pillar of the community,and a father of four,who secretly engages in masochistic sexual behavior.According to the _____ theory proposed to explain masochism,Richard's behavior is motivated by a desire to escape from self-awareness and the anxiety and social pressures associated with it.
A)organic
B)statistical
C)psychological
D)spiritual

Accepted Answer

The psychological theory of masochism posits that individuals engage in masochistic behavior as a means of escaping from self-awareness and the accompanying anxiety and social pressures. This theory suggests that Richard's behavior is motivated by a desire to escape from these negative feelings. The other options (organic, statistical, spiritual) are not relevant to explaining masochism in this context.

Question 4

In the context of voyeurism and exhibitionism,which of the following is true about peepers?
A)They typically want the women they view to be strangers.
B)They are primarily exhibitionists who prefer known victims.
C)They typically find a nudist camp challenging and thrilling.
D)They view the element of risk as the least important.

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

Which of the following statements is true about sadomasochists?
A)They use every opportunity that presents itself in daily life to inflict pain on others.
B)They are inherently more likely to be involved in violent sexual crimes.
C)They find pain arousing only when it is part of a carefully scripted sexual ritual.
D)They derive sexual pleasure from any form of physical pain that they encounter in their day-to-day lives.

Accepted Answer

Sadomasochists only find pain arousing when it is part of a carefully scripted sexual ritual. This is because pain in such contexts serves as a form of sexual stimulation rather than an act of violence or aggression. It is important to note that participation in such activities is consensual and does not involve any non-consensual harm to any party involved.

Question 6

According to the psychological theory,which of the following is an accurate explanation for masochistic behavior?
A)a pathological need to inflict pain on others
B)a desire to escape self-awareness
C)latent suicidal tendencies
D)attraction to members of the same gender,which leads to self-punishment

Accepted Answer

Masochistic behavior is often seen as a way to escape self-awareness or to distract from emotional pain. It is not related to a desire to inflict pain on others, latent suicidal tendencies, or attraction to members of the same gender.

Question 7

From a sociological point of view,the dominance and submission subculture
A)is characterized by a social control over risk taking,which minimizes negative outcomes.
B)often ends in serious injury because of the inherently risky nature of the actions involved.
C)scripts primarily depict men in submissive roles and women in the dominating roles.
D)follows a script that is kept a secret and hence results in a complete lack of real control over the situation for the passive person.

Accepted Answer

The dominance and submission subculture is characterized by a social control over risk taking, which minimizes negative outcomes. This is because participants often engage in practices that involve negotiation, consent, and established safe words or actions, allowing for a controlled environment where risks are managed.

Question 8

The prototype for exhibitionism essentially involves
A)women exposing themselves to male strangers.
B)men exposing themselves to unsuspecting women.
C)men exposing themselves to male peers as a bonding ritual.
D)women posing nude for their partners as a prelude to intercourse.

Accepted Answer

The prototype for exhibitionism involves men exposing themselves to unsuspecting women in order to receive sexual arousal and gratification. It is considered a paraphilia and is illegal in most societies. The other options, such as women exposing themselves to male strangers or posing nude for their partners, do not fit the definition of exhibitionism. The idea of men exposing themselves to male peers as a bonding ritual is not related to sexual arousal and therefore not considered exhibitionism.

Question 9

Ben is an exhibitionist who finds himself unable to concentrate on his work because he is constantly thinking about the sexual pleasure he derived from his previous outings and from fantasizing about future scenarios.Ben is at the _____ step of the four-step cycle of sexual addiction identified by Carnes.
A)despair
B)preoccupation
C)compulsive sexual behavior
D)rituals

Accepted Answer

The four-step cycle of sexual addiction identified by Carnes includes preoccupation, ritualization, compulsive sexual behavior, and despair. Based on the given scenario, Ben is constantly thinking about sexual pleasure, which falls under the preoccupation step.

Question 10

In a benchmark study of males seeking treatment for paraphilia (Abel & Rouleau,1990),which of the following observations was found to be true about exhibitionists?
A)They do not begin to expose themselves until their mid-20s after suffering embarrassment in a sexual relationship.
B)The vast majority of exhibitionists are females.
C)Many begin exposing themselves even before adolescence.
D)They often have good relationships with members of the opposite sex.

Accepted Answer

According to the benchmark study, many exhibitionists begin exposing themselves even before adolescence.

Question 11

Sociologists emphasize that the key to sadomasochistic behavior is the
A)exciting element of inflicting pain on one's partner.
B)ability to derive pleasure from being hurt.
C)behavior that gives us precious insight into homosexuality.
D)underlying pattern of dominance and submission.

Accepted Answer

Sociologists emphasize that the key to sadomasochistic behavior is the underlying pattern of dominance and submission. This behavior is not solely about an individual's ability to derive pleasure from being hurt, but rather the power dynamics and control that are present within the relationship.

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true about the psychological theory on sadism and masochism?
A)Any act of sexual sadism involves deriving sexual pleasure from experiencing pain.
B)The psychological theory primarily focuses on explaining the causes of sadism.
C)Women are more likely to have an avid interest in sadomasochistic activities than men.
D)Males engage in masochism as it provides a temporary escape from self-awareness.

Accepted Answer

Masochism can provide a temporary escape from self-awareness, allowing individuals to focus on physical sensations rather than internal thoughts or emotions.

Question 13

According to Carnes,in order to begin the process of recovery from sexual addiction one must admit that
A)one is sexually addicted.
B)life is still manageable,despite the addiction.
C)the sexual addiction is not yet out of control.
D)one needs sex to lead a fulfilling life.

Accepted Answer

According to Carnes, the first step in recovery from sexual addiction is admitting that one is sexually addicted. Without this acknowledgment, the individual cannot begin to address the problem and work towards recovery.

Question 14

It has been suggested by Carnes that the most effective therapy for a sex addict is
A)a drug administration program.
B)the Alcoholics Anonymous program applied to sex addiction.
C)castration-surgical or chemical.
D)hormonal therapy to reduce the level of androgens in the bloodstream.

Accepted Answer

The Alcoholics Anonymous program applied to sex addiction, also known as Sex Addicts Anonymous (SAA), has been shown to be effective in providing support and structure for individuals struggling with sex addiction. It emphasizes abstinence, self-awareness, and self-improvement through a 12-step program. While drug administration, castration, and hormonal therapy may be used in certain cases, they are not recommended as the first line of treatment for sex addiction.

Question 15

Remo's urge to expose himself to old ladies has become uncontrollable of late,since he derives great sexual excitement from the act.Remo is in the _____ step in the cycle of sexual addiction described by Carnes.
A)despair
B)preoccupation
C)compulsive sexual behavior
D)rituals

Accepted Answer

Remo's urge to expose himself to old ladies has become uncontrollable, which indicates that he has moved from preoccupation to compulsive sexual behavior in the cycle of sexual addiction.

Question 16

Technically,in voyeurism sexual pleasure comes from
A)aggressively vying for a woman's attention.
B)inappropriately exposing ones genitals to others.
C)wearing women's lingerie.
D)viewing an unsuspecting person nude,undress,or have sex.

Accepted Answer

Voyeurism involves obtaining sexual pleasure from viewing an unsuspecting person nude, undressing, or having sex. The other options listed do not accurately describe voyeurism.

Question 17

Martin lingers in college campuses and high schools and derives sexual satisfaction from exposing himself to young girls and watching their shocked reactions.
Martin is a(n)
A)voyeur.
B)exhibitionist.
C)nymphomaniaC.
D)sadomasochist.

Accepted Answer

Martin's behavior of exposing himself to young girls for sexual gratification falls under the classification of exhibitionism.

Question 18

The fourth and the final step in the cycle of sexual addiction described by Carnes is
A)despair.
B)preoccupation.
C)compulsive sexual behavior.
D)rituals.

Accepted Answer

The cycle of sexual addiction described by Carnes includes four steps: preoccupation, rituals, compulsive sexual behavior, and despair. Despair is the fourth and final step, where feelings of hopelessness and helplessness occur after the compulsive sexual behavior has ended.

Question 19

In bondage and discipline,the role preferred by both men and women is the _____ role.
A)passive
B)active
C)independent
D)egalitarian

Accepted Answer

It is commonly found that both men and women prefer the passive role in bondage and discipline. This role involves submitting to the dominant partner's desires and actions, while the passive partner is the one following the orders and being restrained. This preference is not necessarily related to gender, but rather to individual preferences and desires.

Question 20

The term "sexual addiction" has been criticized because
A)it is impossible to have too much sex.
B)the withdrawal period following termination of sexual behavior involves no psychological distress.
C)it is a social construction that provides a "scientific" term for behavior people generally do not like.
D)no true cases of addictive sexual behaviors have ever been documenteD.

Accepted Answer

The term "sexual addiction" has been criticized by some experts as being a social construct that pathologizes behaviors that are not necessarily harmful, and provides a seemingly scientific excuse for disapproving of those behaviors. This does not mean that excessive or compulsive patterns of sexual behavior do not exist, but rather that the label of "sexual addiction" may not accurately or ethically apply to all cases.

Quiz 14: Variations in Sexual Behavior

Which of the following statements is most likely to be true of a voyeur?

Which of the following is a criticism related to the application of the Alcoholics Anonymous model to sexual behavior suggesting addiction?

In the context of voyeurism and exhibitionism,which of the following is true about peepers?

Which of the following statements is true about sadomasochists?

According to the psychological theory,which of the following is an accurate explanation for masochistic behavior?

From a sociological point of view,the dominance and submission subculture

The prototype for exhibitionism essentially involves

In a benchmark study of males seeking treatment for paraphilia (Abel & Rouleau,1990) ,which of the following observations was found to be true about exhibitionists?

Sociologists emphasize that the key to sadomasochistic behavior is the

Which of the following statements is true about the psychological theory on sadism and masochism?

According to Carnes,in order to begin the process of recovery from sexual addiction one must admit that

It has been suggested by Carnes that the most effective therapy for a sex addict is

Remo's urge to expose himself to old ladies has become uncontrollable of late,since he derives great sexual excitement from the act.Remo is in the _____ step in the cycle of sexual addiction described by Carnes.

Technically,in voyeurism sexual pleasure comes from

Martin lingers in college campuses and high schools and derives sexual satisfaction from exposing himself to young girls and watching their shocked reactions. Martin is a(n)

The fourth and the final step in the cycle of sexual addiction described by Carnes is

In bondage and discipline,the role preferred by both men and women is the _____ role.

The term "sexual addiction" has been criticized because