Abnormal Psych Exam 3
Vacuum pumps and penile implants were often used to help with erectile disorders before the development of
medications such as Viagra and Cialis.
According to the U.S. government's National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), in 2016, what percentage of the population used an illicit drug in the preceding 30 days?
11%
Masters and Johnson reported that ______ of men with erectile dysfunction had psychological problems that caused the problem.
95 percent
Edward is having a problem with achieving and maintaining an erection. Which condition would indicate that this is truly a sexual dysfunction?
It is the result of an abnormally low level of sexual desire.
Each of the following are examples of inhalants except aerosols. gases. nitrites. anxiolytics.
anxiolytics
When a person has a(n) ______, they may avoid sexual intercourse.
arousal disorder
The __________________ offers the best understanding of how gender dysphoria is acquired and maintained.
biopsychosocial perspective
Naltexone reduces alcohol consumption by
blocking the effects of the body's production of alcohol-induced opioids.
The sociocultural model that connects genetic predisposition to environmental stressors is call the _______ model.
diathesis-stress
True or false: Researchers have identified a specific gene that is responsible for the development of alcohol-related disorders.
false
Arousal disorders typically occur during the ______ stages of the sexual response cycle.
initial
According to ___________-process theory of alcohol use disorder, there is a cognitive system involving automatic impulses and a cognitive system that could regulate such impulses.
dual
A psychological factor that may lead to erectile dysfunction in men is the ______, in which the man believes he has to have a high level of performance in all sexual activities.
macho myth
What is a mix of flowers, stems, and leaves from the hemp plant?
marijuana
Which of the following is the most commonly used illicit drug?
marijuana
About what percent of adults over the age of 65 binge drink?
10%
What age group has the highest rates of binge drinking?
18 - 25
Twin, family, and adoption studies point to the importance of genetic factors as contributors to alcohol-related disorders, with an estimated heritability of
50 to 60 percent.
Which of the following best describes the result of the category of drugs referred to as stimulants?
An activating effect on the nervous system
Which of the following models is most useful for understanding substance use disorder and approaches to treatment? Psychological Biological Sociocultural Biopsychosocial
Biopsychosocial
Which of the following did the DSM-5 authors consider but not include based on the current research? Choose all that apply. Exercise addiction Sex addiction Shopping addiction Cable news addiction
Exercise addiction Sex addiction Shopping addiction
Which of the following is the disorder in which people derive sexual arousal from exposing their genitals to an unsuspecting stranger?
Exhibitionistic disorder
Kirby is a courier in New York City and often plans his deliveries so he can be on subway trains at very busy times. He uses the crowds to cover up his habit of touching and pressing against unsuspecting people, which causes him to get aroused. Kirby's behavior is representative of which of the following disorders?
Frotteuristic disorder
Ken feels compelled to bet on horses and is at the race track whenever there are races. Ken has lost a lot of money, but he knows he can win it back with just one lucky break. He does not tell his wife how much he has actually lost. Ken would likely be diagnosed with which of the following?
Gambling disorder
Which of the following are opioids? Select all that apply. Hydrocodone Disulfiram OxyContin Naltrexone Percocet
Hydrocodone OxyContin Percocet
Which of the following best describes the action of caffeine in the body?
It activates the sympathetic nervous system through increasing the production of adrenaline.
Which of the following apply to peyote? Its long-term effects are unknown. It is a stimulant. It is used in Mexican religious ceremonies. It is usually classified as an anxiolytic. Its active ingredient is mescaline.
Its long-term effects are unknown. It is used in Mexican religious ceremonies. Its active ingredient is mescaline.
Which of the following could be an arousal object in a fetishistic disorder?
Leather boots
Which of the following medications is designed to prevent relapse among those with alcohol use disorder?
Naltrexone
Once a month, Ben participates in a drag show. He has three gowns that he switches between, his wife helps him with his hair and makeup, and he invites people he works with to the show. He enjoys the activity, stating that his wife and he think "its a hoot." Why is Ben's behavior not considered to be transvestic disorder?
Not distressed
Which of the following is a substance that relieves pain? Hallucinogen Sedative Opioid Amphetamine
Opioid
_______ includes attractions to nonhuman objects or to children, and causing suffering or humiliation to oneself or a partner.
Paraphilias
Sedatives, Hypnotics, and Anxiolytics
Produce a soothing or calming effect Induce sleep Treat anxiety
Why is Internet gaming disorder not a diagnosis in the DSM-5?
Research on the disorder is not fully developed
Which of the following are unique features of gambling disorder? Choose all that apply. Seeking financial bailouts Experiencing cravings Increasing need to engage in the behavior Committing crimes to support gambling habits Lying about financial losses
Seeking financial bailouts Lying about financial losses Committing crimes to support gambling habits
What is the basic idea behind dual-process theory?
The more people can inhibit automatic impulses, the less likely they are to drink excessive amounts.
______ is diagnosed when someone who cross-dresses displays symptoms of a paraphilic disorder, namely distress or impairment.
Transvestic disorder
Which of the following are medicinal uses of synthetic THC? Choose all that apply.
Treating asthma Reducing nausea in cancer patients Treating glaucoma
Of the paraphilic disorders, voyeurism is believed to
be the most common.
Danielle has female orgasmic disorder and is seeking treatment for it. Her therapist tests her for medical issues, asks about her past relationships, and considers the environments she grew up in and in which she is currently living. Danielle's therapist is taking a ______ approach to her treatment.
biopsychosocial
The ________ model is a useful one for understanding substance dependence and approaches to treatment because it incorporates genetics, developmental issues, and sociocultural factors.
biopsychosocial
Research suggests possible genetic abnormalities in the opioid receptor on _______ that may be involved in alcohol and other substance disorders.
chromosome 1
Biological sex is determined by ______, whereas gender identity is based on ______.
chromosomes; a person's inner sense of maleness or femaleness.
The primary concern for the treatment of paraphilic disorders as set by the World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry is to
control the paraphilic fantasies and acts while preserving normal sexual behavior.
Sedatives, hypnotics, and anxiolytics all act as central nervous system
depressants
People with a sexual dysfunction have a(n) ______ in the sexual response cycle, and feel ______ because of it.
divergence; distress
Voyeurism is related to ______
exhibitionism
Charlie is in his early 30s. He is a successful business owner but was arrested after exposing his genitals in an elevator while out of town for a convention. After Charlie met with a court-appointed psychologist, it was discovered that he has
exhibitionistic disorder.
True or false: To avoid suggesting that their clients' motivations, behaviors, and attitudes are solely based on their socially defined identity, clinicians should use terms like "real" or "biological" gender.
false
When Wanda talks to her female friends, she finds it distressing that even though she has had a "normal" sex life, she has never reached an orgasm. A sex therapist may say that Wanda has
female orgasmic disorder.
When a person becomes sexually aroused by objects not specifically intended to be used in a sexual context he or she may be diagnosed with a
fetishistic disorder.
In families from lower socioeconomic levels, _______ seemed to play a larger role than _______ in the level of alcohol use.
genetics/the environment
Wendy wants to have sex but has found that her body tenses up too much to allow her partner to penetrate into her vagina. She is most likely experiencing
genito-pelvic pain/penetration disorder.
A(n) _________ is a drug that causes people to experience profound distortions in their perception of reality.
hallucinogen
A condition called _______ consists of flashbacks or spontaneous hallucinations, delusions, or disturbances in mood similar to the changes that took place while the person was intoxicated with the drug.
hallucinogen persisting perception disorder
Medications such as Viagra, Levitra, and Cialis work by ______, which helps the man overcome erectile dysfunction.
increasing blood flow to the penis
_________ are a diverse group of substances that cause psychoactive effects by producing chemical vapors. They are not in and of themselves harmful and are often found in the home and workplace.
inhalants
Research suggests that men with _______ have higher rates of sexual anxiety, leading to higher rates of erectile dysfunction.
lower genital sex-image
The psychoactive ingredient in cigarettes is
nicotine
William has been feeling distressed and is seeking counseling. He and his wife have been having difficulties because he can only become aroused when she wears specific outfits, such as a corset and nylon stockings, while they are having sex. His counselor would most likely say he has a(n)
paraphilic disorder.
The current research shows that more than half of the cases of erectile dysfunction stem from ______ problems.
physical
For the treatment of paraphilic disorders, the World Federation of Societies of Biological Psychiatry recommends that ______ be used first, and if that is ineffective, progress to ______.
psychotherapy; medications (SSRIs)
When she was a child, Joan was considered a tomboy. Now in her early 30s, she still prefers hanging out with men, works in construction, and feels uncomfortable when having to wear dresses or makeup. Joan also tends to think of herself as "one of the guys." Though her ______ is female, her ______ is more like that of a male.
sex; gender identity
After Milton celebrated his fiftieth birthday, he found it difficult to achieve an erection while having sex with his wife, even though his desire for her was still as strong as it was when they were first married. This inability is causing him distress, even though his wife is understanding and tells him not to worry. Milton is most likely suffering from
sexual dysfunction
One of the first people to link ______ to ______ was von Krafft-Ebing
sexual fantasy; the compulsion to kill
Lisa is distressed that she becomes sexually aroused by being tied down and whipped. The appropriate diagnosis for her condition would be
sexual masochism.
Which of the following are chronic conditions that may interfere with a woman's sexual desire and response? Choose all that apply. Spinal cord injury Multiple sclerosis Scoliosis Diabetes
spinal cord injury Multiple sclerosis Diabetes
A _________ is a category of drug that includes substances that have an activating effect on the nervous system.
stimulants
Caffeine is a(n) ________ found in coffee, tea, chocolate, energy drinks, diet pills, and headache remedies.
stimulants
Masters and Johnson are considered ground breakers in the study of sexual behavior because they were the first to
study sexual behavior in a laboratory.
A clinical psychologist is interviewing a man who may have pedophilic disorder. What would be a strong indicator that this is a valid diagnosis?
the man states that he finds sexual activity with children as good as it is with adults.
The difference between someone with sexual sadism disorder compared to sexual masochism disorder is that with sadism the person is sexually aroused by _______.
the suffering of another person
Ryan and Sarah have been dating since high school. When they met, he was 17, and she was 14. He's now 21, and she's 17 but will turn 18 in 3 months. They have been sexually active throughout the relationship. Sarah's parents are concerned that Ryan may have pedophilic disorder. According to the DSM-5, he most likely does NOT have a pedophilic disorder because
there is less than a 5-year difference in their ages.
True or false: There is considerable research that supports the importance of genetics in the development of serious substance problems
true
For the DSM-5, female orgasmic disorder was redefined as we learned that
women can experience orgasm through different types of stimulation.
It is suggested that clinicians begin therapy with people with gender dysphoria by
using the gender terminology that the client prefers.
Bart was a heavy drinker of alcohol but one day decided to just stop completely. He immediately began to have severe physiological and psychological symptoms, including anxiety and shakiness.. Bart is most likely displaying substance
withdrawl
Which of the following describes physiological and psychological changes that a person goes through when they discontinue using a drug?
withdrawl
