chapter 10 Flashcards
gender differences when it comes to sex
men have more sexual partners and are more willing to have casual premarital sex. women are more likely to be self conscious or conservative about sex.
no gender differences when it comes to…
attitudes toward same-sex behaviors, views on sexual satisfaction, and attitudes towards masturbation
do different cultures view sex differently?
yes
how important are genes when it comes to the development in sexual orientation for men and women?
men: 34-39% and women: 18-19%
what environmental factors would impact the development of sexual orientation
in utero hormone exposure
what are the 4 things sexual dysfunction involves and how long must this occur for a diagnosis?
desire, arousal, orgasm, or pain. distress or impairment must be happening for 6+ months
how often do disorders of desire appear at a sexuality clinic
accounts for 50% of patients
male hypoactive sexual desire disorder and female sexual interest/arousal disorder
both are desire disorders
Male hypoactive sexual desire disorder: little or no interest in any type of sexual activity, including masterbation and fantasies
Female sexual interest/arousal disorder: reduced sexual interest, reduced sexual activity, fewer sexual thoughts, reduced arousal to sexual cues, reduced pleasure or sensations during almost all sexual encounters
Erectile disorder
considered a sexual arousal disorder: difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection, sexual desire is usually in tact, most common problem for which men seek treatment, prevalence increases with age
premature ejaculation
Orgasmic disorder: Ejaculation occurring within about 1 minute of penetration and before it is desired
Most prevalent sexual dysfunction in adult males. Affects 21% of adult males. Most common in younger less experienced males
delayed ejaculation
treatment is rarely sought but its an orgasmic disorder
female orgasmic disorder
marked delay, absence of decreased intensity of orgasm after normal arousal phase with almost all sexual activities. Not explained by relationship distress or other significant stressors
Genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder
In females, difficulty with vaginal penetration during intercourse, associated with one or more of the following: Pain during intercourse or penetration attempts fear/anxiety about pain during sexual activity. Tensing of pelvic floor muscles in anticipation of sexual activity
can sexual dysfunction be prevented?
yes by education, maintaining good physical health, and through open and honest communication with partner
how do you assess sexual behavior?
detailed interviews, medical evaluations, and psychophysiological assessment (sexual arousal in response to erotic material, male: penile strain gauge to measure an erection, females: vaginal photoplethysmography (measures blood flow to the vagina)
