Why Do the Authors Choose to Use the Word Couple

question 41

Multiple Choice

Why do the authors choose to use the word couple when referring to relationship and marriage counseling?

• A) Couple is more stigmatizing.
• B) Couple is more accurate and more inclusive.
• C) Research has shown that romantic partners prefer to be called couples.
• D) None of the above is true.
• E) Both B and C

---

Definitions:

Anterior Pituitary

The front portion of the pituitary gland, responsible for producing and releasing hormones that regulate many bodily functions.

Glucagon

Glucagon is a hormone produced by the pancreas that raises blood glucose levels by promoting the breakdown of glycogen to glucose in the liver.

Progesterone

A hormone produced mainly by the ovaries involved in the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, and embryogenesis.

Cortisol

A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal cortex involved in the body's stress response, metabolism, and immune system regulation.