Which of the Following Is a Disadvantage of Condoms

question 109

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a disadvantage of condoms?

• A)They increase the risk of contracting sexually transmitted diseases.
• B)They cannot be used in conjunction with spermicidal foam.
• C)They have been known to lessen pleasure during intercourse.
• D)They cannot be used in conjunction with birth control pills.

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Definitions:

Avoidance Responses

Behaviors aimed at preventing exposure to unpleasant or feared stimuli, often discussed in the context of anxiety and phobias.

Anxiety

A feeling of worry, nervousness, or unease about something with an uncertain outcome, often reflecting a response to stress.

Neurotic Paradox

A phenomenon in which a person's way of coping with stress actually perpetuates or worsens their anxiety or neurosis.

Maladaptive Anxiety

Anxiety that is excessive, irrational, or impedes daily functioning, often resulting from dysfunctional coping mechanisms.