Parkinson's and Alzheimer's: Similarities and Differences

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What is a characteristic that differentiates DLB patients from Parkinson's and Alzheimer's patients?

Prominent visual hallucinations

Encephalitis

Fluctuating cognitive symptoms (correct)

HIV

Which of the following is NOT a type of sexual disorder?

Female Sexual Arousal Disorder

Orgasmic Disorder

Erectile Disorder

Parkinson's Disorder (correct)

What is a common symptom seen in patients with DLB?

Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder

Intense dreams involving movement and vocalizing (correct)

Delayed Ejaculation

Genito-Pelvic Pain Disorder

What is the primary difference between DLB and Alzheimer's patients?

Fluctuating cognitive symptoms Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of sexual disorder that affects women?

Female Sexual Arousal Disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is a cause of dementia?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of sexual disorder characterized by delay in reaching orgasm?

Delayed Ejaculation Signup and view all the answers

What is a type of sexual disorder that affects both men and women?

Genito-Pelvic Pain Disorder Signup and view all the answers

Which one of these is the most correct?

This one Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a specific device mentioned in the text?

To measure increase in blood flow during sexual arousal Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of Paraphilic Disorders?

Lasts at least 6 months and causes significant distress Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of Exhibitionistic Disorder?

To expose one's genitals to an unwilling observer Signup and view all the answers

What is a key feature of Fetishic Disorder?

Involves reliance on an inanimate object for sexual arousal Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary objective of Voyeuristic Disorder?

To obtain sexual gratification by watching others Signup and view all the answers

What is the duration of Paraphilic Disorders?

At least 6 months Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary characteristic of Frotteuristic Disorder?

Sexually oriented towards rubbing against a non-consenting person Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of the device mentioned in the text?

To measure increase in blood flow during sexual arousal Signup and view all the answers

What is characterized by loss of sexual interest or lack of physiological arousal?

Female Sexual Interest Disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the second stage of SRC?

Excitement Signup and view all the answers

What is the disorder in which a woman persistently experiences pain or vaginal muscle spasms when intercourse is attempted?

Genito-pelvic Pain / Penetration Disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is the third stage of SRC characterized by?

A peak of sexual pleasure Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the disorder in which a man has a deficiency in sexual fantasies and urges?

Male Hyposexual Desire Disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is the disorder in which a man has a recurrent and persistent delay or absence of ejaculation after orgasm?

Male Orgasmic Disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is the first stage of SRC characterized by?

Sexually arousing fantasies Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for the disorder in which a woman has a loss of sexual interest or lack of physiological arousal?

Female Sexual Interest Disorder Signup and view all the answers

What is the last stage of the Sexual Response Cycle (SRC)?

Resolution Signup and view all the answers

What is the inability of a male to inhibit his orgasm long enough for mutually satisfying sexual relations?

Premature Ejaculation Signup and view all the answers

What is characterized by painful, spasmodic contractions of the outer third of the vagina?

Vaginismus Signup and view all the answers

What is the fourth stage of the Sexual Response Cycle (SRC)?

Resolution Signup and view all the answers

What is the device used to measure changes in vaginal blood flow?

Vaginal Plethysmograph Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for sexual dysfunction in the DSM-5?

Sexual Dysfunction Signup and view all the answers

What is characterized by feelings of pain or humiliation on another person?

Sexual Masochism Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Parkinson's and Sexuality

Parkinson's disease can affect sexual interest, desire, and arousal, leading to sexual dysfunction.
Similar symptoms to Alzheimer's disease, but with fluctuating cognitive symptoms, prominent visual hallucinations, and intense dreams involving movement and vocalizing.

Sexual Dysfunction Disorders

Female Sexual Arousal Disorder: characterized by a lack of sexual arousal or a lack of physiological response during sexual activity.
Male Hypoactive Sexual Desire Disorder: characterized by a lack of sexual fantasies and urges in men.
Orgasmic Disorder: characterized by a delay or absence of ejaculation after an adequate phase of sexual excitement.
Premature Ejaculation: inability to inhibit orgasm long enough for mutually satisfying sexual relations.
Vaginismus: painful, spasmodic contractions of the outer third of the vagina, making penetration impossible or extremely difficult.

Divisions in DSM-5

Sexual Dysfunctions: a range of disorders characterized by difficulty with sexual desire, arousal, or orgasm.
Paraphilic Disorders: characterized by sexual attraction to an unusual sexual object or activity that lasts at least 6 months and causes significant distress or impairment.

Paraphilic Disorders

Voyeuristic Disorder: obtaining sexual gratification by watching others in a state of undress or having sexual intercourse.
Exhibitionistic Disorder: obtaining sexual gratification by exposing one's genitals to an unwilling observer.
Fetishic Disorder: involves reliance on an inanimate object for sexual arousal.
Frotteuristic Disorder: sexually oriented touching of an unsuspecting person, typically in public places.
Pedophilic Disorder: obtaining sexual gratification through contact with people legally defined as underage.
Sexual Masochism Disorder: obtaining sexual gratification through subjection to increasing pain or humiliation from another person.
Sexual Sadism Disorder: obtaining sexual gratification by inflicting pain or humiliation on another person.

Other Sexual Disorders

Delayed Ejaculation: difficulty delaying ejaculation until the partner is ready.
Erectile Disorder: difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection.
Genito-Pelvic Pain/Penetration Disorder: persistent or recurring pain or discomfort during intercourse.
Male Erectile Disorder: difficulty achieving or maintaining an erection.
Premature Ejaculation: inability to inhibit orgasm long enough for mutually satisfying sexual relations.

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This quiz explores the similarities and differences between Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease, including their effects on sexual interest and arousal disorders.