Discuss the Similarities and Differences Between Older Heterosexual Couples and Older

question 14

Essay

Discuss the similarities and differences between older heterosexual couples and older gay and lesbian couples.

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Definitions:

Disinhibited

Exhibiting reduced restraint or a lack of inhibition in behavior and speech, often resulting from emotional distress, brain injury, or other conditions.

Depressant

A class of drugs that reduce neural activity and slow down the functions of the body.

Hallucinogenic

Substances that cause alterations in perception, mood, consciousness, and thought, often inducing visions or experiences that seem real but are not.

Opiate Receptors

Specialized proteins located in the brain, spinal cord, and gastrointestinal tract that interact with opiate drugs and endogenous opioids to reduce pain and induce feelings of pleasure.