The Overarching Purpose of This Research Was to Assess Whether

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Essay

The overarching purpose of this research was to assess whether having contact with gay men and lesbians affected attitudes toward gay men and lesbians. Why is this an ex post facto study?

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Definitions:

Slip

A minor mistake or error in judgement, often used in the context of recovery from addiction, where it refers to a small or temporary setback or return to substance use.

Lapse

A temporary failure of concentration, memory, or judgment.

Relapse

The return to a previous state of illness or problematic behavior after a period of improvement.

Negative Affect

A psychological concept referring to negative emotions and mood states, such as sadness, anxiety, and anger.