Carly and Joan Are Very Happy in Their Relationship and Have

question 38

Multiple Choice

Carly and Joan are very happy in their relationship and have been together for a long time. When asked how often Joan says ÒI love you,Ó Carly responds that Joan says it almost every day. This is surprising; Joan tells you that she rarely says ÒI love you,Ó because she keeps those words for special occasions. Why might Carly's report be so different from Joan's?

• A) social desirability effect
• B) sentiment override
• C) prospective bias
• D) reactivity

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Definitions:

Arousal Aversion Disorder

A sexual dysfunction characterized by a persistent or recurrent aversion to sexual arousal or sexual activity.

Sexual Function Dissatisfaction

A condition in which an individual or a couple, not based on a medical diagnosis, decide they are unhappy with their sexual relationship and that they have a problem. Also known as sexual function difficulties or sexual dysfunction.

Sexual Scripts

Socially learned guidelines that define how individuals are expected to behave in sexual contexts.

Standard Medical Diagnosis

The identification of a disease or condition by a medical professional, using established criteria and procedures.