Sandra and Jim Have Been Happily Married for Several Years

question 93

Multiple Choice

Sandra and Jim have been happily married for several years. Sandra reports that she reaches orgasm from intercourse only about half the time and wonders if something is "wrong" with her. Sandra should

• A)seek treatment for inhibited orgasm disorder.
• B)have a medical exam.
• C)realize that her inhibited orgasm problem means that she doesn't really love Jim.
• D)realize that this is not unusual for women and can work on achieving orgasm with her partner, Jim.

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