Benson and Coleman Conclude That ______

question 5

Multiple Choice

Benson and Coleman conclude that ______.

• A) LAT is largely a stepping stone preceding marriage
• B) older adults are inconsistent in their explanations and unable to articulate why or how they are in LAT relationships
• C) LAT is a legitimate family form, but rarely a deliberate decision
• D) LAT is a specific, intentional decision made by older adults

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Definitions:

Psychosocial Stress

Stress caused by interpersonal relationships and interactions with one's social environment, potentially affecting mental and physical health significantly.

Critically Ill

A condition where a person is suffering from a life-threatening illness or injury, requiring intensive medical care.

Distraught

Deeply upset and agitated, often as a result of distress or worry.

Respiratory Illness

A broad category of diseases that affect the lungs and airways, such as asthma, bronchitis, or pneumonia.