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Learning ObjectivesAfter completing this chapter, you should be able to:
| Describe the sources of sexual arousal and explain which parts of the central nervous system are important in the process of sexual arousal. |
| Describe how the subdivisions of the autonomic nervous system mediate sexual response. |
| Summarize the findings regarding the complex nature of hormonal inferences on sexual response. |
| Describe the characteristics of each of the phases of Masters and Johnson's sexual response cycle, and briefly summarize the criticisms surroundings the model. |
| Describe Kaplan's triphasic model of sexual repose and summarize the advantages of this model. |
| Contrast the scientific models of human sexual response with experiences of real people. |
| List and describe the influences of culture and gender on sexual response. |
| Summarize the issues that surround the striving for simultaneous orgasms. |
| Summarize the findings regarding multiple orgasms in women and men. |
| Summarize the findings regarding the possibility of female ejaculation and the existence of a G spot on the wall of the vagina. |
| Summarize the results of the human search for aphrodisiacs, and describe what is known about those factors that seem to truly enhance sexual response. |
| Explain how the concept of "sexual dysfunction" is connected to cultural and subjective sexual norms and expectations. |
| Distinguish among lifelong, acquired, situational, and generalized dysfunctions. |
| List the major features that distinguish between hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSD) and sexual aversion. |
| Summarize what is known about the likely origins of HSD and sexual aversion, and briefly describe the general approach to treating these disorders, especially sensate focus. |
| Describe the important features of erectile disorder in men and arousal disorder in women. |
| Describe the hypothesized origins of the arousal disorders, emphasizing the psychological and physiological factors involved. |
| List and describe the various treatments for the arousal disorders. |
| Describe the important features of female and male orgasmic disorders, and summarize what is known about their likely origins. |
| Describe the important features of premature ejaculation, the likely origins of this disorder, and the various treatment techniques for this condition. |
| List and describe two common pain-producing sexual dysfunctions and summarize what is known about their likely origins. |
| Describe the most common interventions for dyspareunia and vaginismus. |
| List some of the common medical conditions and medical treatments that can affect sexual desire, arousal, and orgasm. |
| Summarize the important factors and issues to consider when seeking help for sexual dysfunctions. |
| Summarize the ethical considerations that surround sex therapy, including those involved in sex therapy for gay men and lesbians. |
| Summarize the important points to consider in a critical evaluation of sex therapy. |
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