Human Sexuality
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Why do contemporary definitions include pleasure as part of sexuality?
2)
According to the World Health Organization, sexuality is described as what?
3)
What is one benefit of using a broad definition of sexuality in clinical practice?
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How does a positive sexual self-concept influence clients?
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Why must clinicians understand legal frameworks related to sexuality?
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What is the main benefit of integrating multiple disciplinary perspectives on sexuality?
7)
Why is addressing sexuality important in couple therapy?
8)
Why should mental health professionals understand anatomy and physiology in relation to sexuality?
9)
What does integrating hormonal, neurobiological, and lifespan perspectives allow clinicians to do?
10)
How can clinicians best support clients diagnosed with STIs?
11)
How can clinicians support clients considering adoption?
12)
What is the clinician’s role when clients consider termination of pregnancy?
13)
Why is knowledge of anatomy and physiology important for clinicians?
14)
What does sexual orientation generally describe?
15)
What does gender identity refer to in clinical contexts?
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What does compassion require from clinicians in supporting clients exploring sexuality or identity?
17)
What are the two main clinical tasks when addressing desire?
18)
How can clinicians best support clients struggling with sexual fantasies?
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When do sexual fantasies require careful clinical attention?
20)
According to the DSM-5-TR, when does a sexual variation become a dysfunction?
21)
How does CBT help clients with desire disorders?
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What cycle does CBT address in arousal disorders?
23)
Why is interdisciplinary collaboration important in treating sexual dysfunctions?
24)
What is a key message of Chapter 3?
25)
How does shame differ from guilt?
26)
What is a common effect on adolescents raised where sexuality is taboo?
27)
What does minority stress theory explain?
28)
What therapist response best reduces stigma and shame?
29)
What core values do professional ethical codes emphasize in work with clients?
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What broader effect can compassionate clinical work have?
31)
According to NBCC and ASWB standards, how should clinicians approach clients’ sexual concerns?
32)
What do NBCC and ASWB codes state about sexual or romantic relationships with clients?
33)
How should clinicians document sensitive information about sexuality?
34)
What is the clinician’s duty regarding suspected child sexual abuse?
35)
What principle was established in Tarasoff v. Regents of the University of California (1976)?
36)
What is one key aspect of ethical self-care for clinicians dealing with sexual ethics cases?
37)
What must clinicians do to work competently with sexuality?
38)
What is the purpose of using a semi-structured approach in taking a sexual history?
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What is a core feature of trauma-informed sexual history taking?
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Why is conducting a sexual history considered an ongoing process?
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Why should clinicians pace questions when taking a sexual history?
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Why might clients be reluctant to discuss sexuality in therapy?
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What is the goal of integrating sexuality into biopsychosocial assessments?
44)
What is a key HIPAA requirement for documenting sexual health information?
45)
How do CBT and EFT differ in their approaches to sexuality concerns?
46)
What is the purpose of body-based interventions in sexual therapy?
47)
What is a key insight from couples therapy about intimacy?
48)
According to the Gottman Method, what strengthens sexual intimacy in couples?
49)
What is the primary role of psychoeducation in sexual health?
50)
What is one common impact of sexual trauma on intimacy?
51)
What is the primary goal of Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for sexual trauma survivors?
52)
According to U.S. federal law, what qualifies as human trafficking involving minors under 18?
53)
What is a common impact of sexual exploitation on survivors’ intimacy?
54)
What best describes vicarious trauma in clinicians?
55)
What is the purpose of reflective practice for clinicians?