Coming Out Is a Significant Event in the Life of Someone

question 47

Multiple Choice

Coming out is a significant event in the life of someone who identifies as queer because

• A) biology determines sexual orientation.
• B) sexuality is part of self-identity.
• C) social categories ignore stigmas.
• D) sexual behavior is varied.

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Definitions:

Mirror Neurons

Neurons that fire both when an individual acts and when the individual observes the same action performed by another, thought to be involved in understanding others' actions, learning by imitation, and empathy.

Monkey

A primate of the simian lineage, known for its high level of social interaction and intelligence.

Peanut

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Observational Learning

The process of learning new behaviors or information by observing others.