Lesbian and Bisexual Women Are More Likely to Be

question 2

Multiple Choice

Lesbian and bisexual women are more likely to be:

• A)overweight.
• B)smoke.
• C)have higher rates of alcohol consumption.
• D)report higher levels of depression.
• E)all of the above.

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Definitions:

Social Influence

The effect that the words, actions, or mere presence of other people have on our attitudes, beliefs, or actions.

Conformity

The adjustment of one's behaviors, attitudes, or beliefs to match those of the group or to meet group standards.

Propinquity

The physical or psychological proximity between people, influencing their likelihood of forming relationships.

Deindividuation

A psychological state of decreased self-evaluation, causing people to ignore usual restraints in the group setting.