Unit 12 sexual problems and dysfunctions Flashcards
Sexual problems are rare. T / F?
false
The most common cause of painful intercourse in women is vaginal infection. T / F?
false
its lack of lubrication
Sex therapy teaches a man with erectile disorder how to “will” an erection. T / F?
false
Many sex therapists recommend masturbation as the treatment for women who have never been able to reach orgasm. T / F?
true
A man can prevent ejaculation by squeezing his penis when he feels that he is about to ejaculate. T / F?
true
sexual dysfunction
A persistent or recurrent difficulty with a lack of sexual desire or arousal, or difficulty reaching orgasm.
vasocongestion
Engorgement of blood vessels with blood, which swells the genitals and breasts during sexual arousal.
erectile disorder
Persistent difficulty getting or maintaining an erection sufficient to allow the man to engage in or complete sexual activity. Also termed erectile dysfunction.
performance anxiety
Feelings of worry about being able to function successfully with respect to sexual activity (or any other activity that might be judged by another person).
female sexual interest/arousal disorder
An American Psychiatric Association diagnosis that combines problems in sexual desire and becoming sexually aroused in women. These problems cause clinically significant distress.
delayed ejaculation
A sexual problem in which a male persistently and recurrently has difficulty reaching orgasm, causing clinically significant distress.
female orgasmic disorder
An American Psychiatric Association diagnosis describing persistent or recurrent problems in women reaching orgasm.
anorgasmic
Unable to reach orgasm, through any means.
premature ejaculation (PE)
A sexual dysfunction in which ejaculation occurs with minimal sexual stimulation, and before the man desires it. It’s also called “rapid” ejaculation.
within one minute of penetration
genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder
An American Psychiatric Association diagnosis referring to a number of sexual pain problems in women and men.
dyspareunia
Persistent or recurrent pain during sexual activity.
vulvodyinia
A problem characterized by symptoms such as severe vulval pain, burning, and itching.
vaginismus
Vaginal pain accompanied by heightened muscle tension and fear of penetration.
biopsychosocial model
An approach to explaining sexual problems and dysfunction that looks at the interactions of biological, psychological, and sociocultural factors.
hypogonadism
A condition marked by abnormally low levels of testosterone production.
sex therapy
A collective term for behavioural models for treating sexual dysfunctions.
PLISSIT model
sex therapy model
Permission
Limited information
Specific suggestions
Intensive therapy
Masters and Johnson approach - sex therapy
approach where male and female therapist works with a heterosexual couple on their sexual dysfunction as a unit.
Sensate-focus excercises
Exercises in which sexual partners take turns giving and receiving pleasurable stimulation in non-genital areas.
takes place in nude
In order to qualify as a sexual dysfunction, a sexual problem must .
be caused by a medical condition
reduce the sexual pleasure of the person and their partner(s)
persist over time and cause the person distress
prevent the person from reproducing
c
According to the study of Canadian adults by Brock et al. (2006)., what percentage of people with sexual function problems sought help from health professionals?
0
25
50
75
b 25
Permission and specific suggestions are components of .
an insight-oriented approach to treating low desire
the Masters and Johnson approach to sex therapy
the biological treatment of sexual dysfunction
the PLISSIT model
d
According to a study by Kleinplatz and colleagues (2009), which of the following was not found to be a key component of great sex?
expertise in performing oral sex
erotic intimacy
communication
exploration and interpersonal risk-taking
a
is a common cause of erectile difficulties.
Orgasm anxiety
Ejaculatory incompetence
Performance anxiety
Hyposensitivity of the penis
c
Heightened muscle tension and fear of penetration that makes intercourse painful or impossible is known as .
dyspareunia
vaginismus
phimosis
anorgasmia
b
A low level of can lessen sexual desire.
testosterone
sildenafil
Depo-Provera
alprostadil
a
Which of the following is not one of the psychosocial factors associated with sexual dysfunction?
dissatisfaction with the relationship
lack of sexual skills
anxiety due to a previous negative experience
side effects of prescription drugs
d
A behavioural approach to treating sexual disorders might include all of the following except .
adjusting hormone balance to improve sexual functioning
changing self-defeating beliefs and attitudes
enhancing sexual knowledge
improving communication skillsa
a
Sex therapists are most likely to recommend masturbation as a treatment for .
premature ejaculation
female orgasmic disorder
vaginismus
delayed ejaculation
b
