Question of the day

What, according to the material, helps reduce the negative impact of gender role nonconformity on sexual life?

• Changing appearance to fit stereotypes
• Support from loved ones Correct answer
• Adherence to traditional gender roles
• Changing sexual orientation

The material emphasizes that social support acts as a buffer, mitigating the negative impact of gender role nonconformity on sexual life. It is the support of friends and family that helps reduce the stress and anxiety associated with judgment from others.

An ovarian cyst is in the vast majority of cases a benign formation and does not turn into cancer.

• Fact Correct answer
• Myth

The material directly states that most cysts are benign, and the risk of malignant transformation is extremely low (for example, for dermoid cysts it is only 1–2%). Therefore, the statement corresponds to the text.

Which statements about sex toys are consistent with the text?

• Expensive toys are always better than budget ones
• Toys can be used in a couple and suit any body Correct answer
• Toys completely replace a partner
• Silicone is a popular material because it is easy to clean and does not absorb odors Correct answer
• Vibrators are intended only for solo use

The text states that vibrators work great in a couple, and toys suit any body, regardless of gender and orientation. Also, silicone is described as soft, easy to clean, and does not absorb odors. Expensiveness does not guarantee quality, and toys only complement pleasure, not replace a partner.

Why might a bisexual man feel he is "not bi enough" if he is in a relationship with a woman?

• Because he is actually heterosexual.
• Because of impostor syndrome caused by myths about bisexuality. Correct answer
• Because bisexuality manifests only in actions.
• Because he does not attend LGBTQ+ communities.

The material states that the feeling of being "not bi enough" is a manifestation of impostor syndrome, common among bi people. It arises from myths that bisexuality requires meeting certain behavioral criteria, but in reality, orientation is an identity, not actions.

A report of experienced emotional abuse is always met with understanding and support.

• Fact
• Myth Correct answer

The material states that people often do not perceive emotional abuse as abuse, and may not believe the narrator due to stereotypes. Therefore, it is incorrect to assert that a report is always met with understanding.

What conclusion about menopausal hormone therapy is supported by current evidence, according to the text?

• Hormone therapy is safe to start at any age if there are no contraindications.
• Taking hormones always increases the risk of breast cancer and cardiovascular disease, regardless of when it is started.
• When started before age 60 or within 10 years of menopause, therapy is more likely to be beneficial than harmful. Correct answer
• Hormone therapy is effective only for hot flashes, but does not affect the risk of osteoporosis.
• Any hormonal medication is equally suitable for all women, regardless of their medical history.

Current research shows that when hormone therapy is initiated in women younger than 60 or within ten years of menopause, the benefits usually outweigh the risks. When started later, the risk of blood clots and stroke increases, as was seen in the 2002 study. The author emphasizes that those findings were mistakenly generalized to all women, and doctors are now revising their approaches.

What, according to the material, most often lies behind the phrase "let's stay friends"?

• A sincere desire to maintain the connection
• A polite way to say goodbye
• It can mean anything, so it's better to clarify Correct answer
• A desire to continue the relationship

The material emphasizes that this phrase is ambiguous: it can express both a sincere desire to be friends and a polite refusal. Therefore, the author advises not to guess, but to directly ask how the person sees further communication, to clarify the situation.